Fun Fact:  Survivor Social Security benefits for a young spouse continues to grow even if that person has passed 20 years ago!  If you or someone you know were widowed many years ago and it’s now time to look at taking Social Security – I suggest that you go to your Social Security Office for … Read More about Survivor Social Security Benefits

When it comes to estate planning, women have unique concerns. The fact is that women live an average of 5.0 years longer than men.* That’s important because it means that there’s a greater chance that you’ll need your assets to last for a longer period of time and a greater need to plan for incapacity. … Read More about Women and Estate Planning Basics

Women must be proactive about strengthening their businesses and preparing for retirement. Keep these five key tips in mind. 1. Focus on the Future When you run a business, it is easy to become overwhelmed by the daily demands. You may be busy trying to land prospects, close deals and fine-tune your marketing. It is … Read More about 5 Key Steps To Help Women Strengthen Their Business and Their Retirement

If you’ve never engaged in financial planning and are unsure how to get started, this article is for you. A financial plan starts by evaluating your current financial situation and future expectations and can be created independently or with the help of a financial professional. In short, financial planning involves: · Examining long-term financial goals … Read More about 10 Easy Financial Planning Steps for Beginners

When it comes to stock market performance, August was “the best of times, and the worst of times.” The strong market rally that peaked in mid-August was viewed by many analysts as a transition from a bear to bull market, based on the surge in breadth that stocks enjoyed and the magnitude of the two-month … Read More about The Best and Worst of Times

Twenty-one U.S. states, including Kentucky, Texas, and Virginia, require public schools to provide high school students with financial literacy courses.1 But even among the school systems that provide general financial education to students, the topic of stock investing often remains unaddressed. What should beginners know to give them the best leg up in the world … Read More about 3 Investing Lessons For Beginners You Won’t Learn In School