Credit cards changed the way Americans think about debt. In 1981, the average retiree had only $2,100 in credit card debt. Today, we’ve almost quadrupled that amount, and the average…
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Don't Let Divorce Derail Your Financial Future
Divorce can be messy. It can be dramatic. Untying the knot after years of commitment is emotionally taxing and stressful, and unfortunately, one in four of these divorces is happening…
A Deck Stacked Against You: How Can Women Retire Comfortably?
We have all heard the old adage: women make less than men. Although not always, it usually is true for a variety of reasons–segregating into lower paying jobs, discrimination, and…
What Happens If I Take a Loan On My 401(k)?
A financial hardship strikes–you have two kids in college who need tuition paid, but you just lost your job. You feel trapped. The money needs to go out but there…
The Balancing Act: Love, Children, Finances, and Stability
The modern economy has proven to be a difficult space. The job market is extremely competitive. Student loan debt is crippling. With all this weighing on the shoulders of young…
If THEY Don't Plan, YOU Are the Plan
As many as 8 million people use some form of long term care annually. Taking care of an aging parent is a growing challenge for the so called “sandwich…