Five Easy Moves to Save At Least $100 a Month
I’ve spent a lot of time poring over the finances of families who come to me for help. No matter what problem they are trying to fix, a…
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How Grandparents Can Make the Most of a Grandchild’s Summer Job
So often grandparents come up to me and ask how they can best help their grandchildren get a leg up. My favorite move is to gift a grandchild…
A Message for Husbands: Your Wife Should Drive the Retirement Planning
One of the most common things I hear from many couples is that the husband likes investing and planning, and thus wives are all too happy to let…
The Biggest Retirement Planning Mistake
A recent report that studied the 401(k) savings habits of millions of workers found that one in four of you are not contributing enough to your account to…
Why You Should Seriously Consider a Roth 401(k)
You know I love, love, love Roth IRAs. One of the prime reasons being that in retirement you will not owe a penny of tax on your withdrawals.…
Three Steps to Guaranteed Financial Independence
As a nation we set aside one day a year to formally celebrate our independence. When it comes to your money my hope is that you will make…
Avoid This Common and Costly Insurance Mistake
If you have a low deductible of just $250 or $500 on your homeowner or car insurance policies I want you to listen up right now. You need…
Four Financial Moves Every College Grad Must Make ASAP
Forget all the commencement speeches about your dreaming big, not compromising, and following your passion. That’s all terrific advice, but not nearly as important as the nuts and…
4 Signs You Should Rent Not Buy
I am a big believer in home ownership, but only if it makes financial sense. If you answer yes to any of these questions you are better off…