WEEKLY QUOTE“The task of the modern educator is not to cut down jungles, but to irrigate deserts.” – C.S. Lewis WEEKLY TIP Before you buy a car, remember that it is a depreciating asset with insurance and repair costs attached. What might the total monthly cost of ownership be? Here’s...
Coming your way: some of the most significant changes in 30 years. The Department of Labor has promised to update the retirement plan landscape. Three major rule changes are scheduled for the near future. All retirement plan fiduciaries and administrators should be aware of them. #1: “Covered...
Are you financially ready to raise a child? Family planning often means financial planning … and quite likely, a change in the way you see your finances. Whether you are starting a family or welcoming a new addition, there are financial realities you can’t ignore. Planning...
The credit rating agency sends up a flare and hopes for action on Capitol Hill. Pessimism over America’s ability to reduce its deficit. When one of the world’s premier credit rating agencies issues a warning for America, global stock markets dip. On April 18, Standard &...
How about $6? $7? When will we see relief? How high will pump prices go this summer? Many analysts think we will pay $5 a gallon for gas this summer – and some think gas will cost much more than that. On April 20, the AAA’s...
Is your investment strategy as socially and environmentally conscious as you are? It’s not uncommon … Many a well-educated, socially conscious, environmentally friendly investor winds up buying shares of companies whose beliefs and business practices are far removed from their own. Why? Most investors simply haven’t...