Does everyone want to live a happy life? Do you? Have you ever considered the relationship between your financial security and happiness? To find the happiness you are looking for, you might need to learn more about...

Having rental properties is a great way to invest and earn additional income, but it does not come without challenges. It’s a major investment, and you need to know what you’re doing in order to earn a...

Your years in retirement are for relaxing, the time to travel, to live a life of leisure, and to do the things you previously didn’t have time to do. There are many benefits to retirement, but for...

A large part of preparing for retirement is getting your finances in order. If you’re going to say good-bye to the 9 to 5 grind, you have to be sure you have the financial means to accommodate...

Good retirement planning takes many factors into account, but with so many costs to consider it can be overwhelming. For women over 50 planning for retirement, don’t forget to budget these retirement expenses. These expenses may be...

The Golden Years are every American’s dream; with no work schedule, plenty of retirement funds, and the world at your feet, the possibilities are endless. The average retirement age in America is somewhere between about 62 and...

A retirement will often mean many different changes to your lifestyle and you need to make sure that you are properly prepared for your golden years. You will have no doubt but a lot of work into...

While credit unions have been around for a while, they are still largely unknown to many. Some may think that they’re just another type of bank, and might not see the reason why they should opt for...

Most Americans dream of retirement free of worry – one where they have the time and resources to travel, spend time with family, and live life the way they want to after years of work. That’s true...

For many of us, the thought of spending our golden years of retirement relaxing, partaking in hobbies, and socializing with the people we care about is enough to get us through several decades of employment. However, the...

It’s only a matter of time to the next downturn, so prepare now. The current bull market now 10 years old, leaving many of us believe we are past due for a major market crash. With Americans heavily...

In your 50s and beyond, you’re inching closer and closer to retirement age. You can start receiving some retirement benefits once you hit 62, and many people retire then or within a few years afterward. No matter where...

Planning for retirement can be overwhelming with so many things to check off of your list. When to retire? Where to safely leave your investments? With so many pieces of the puzzle to factor in, retirement planning...

Retirement is something you’ve worked hard for. You’ve put in your time, saved, and made sound financial decisions that will allow you to spend your twilight years doing the things you enjoy most. If you’re headed towards...

By Suzanne Winch— Dealing with your mortality and eventual demise is never pleasant, yet if you don’t take any estate planning measures, you can leave behind one crazy and painful mess for loved ones to deal with....

The good news is that the average life expectancy has risen by about 20 years over the past few decades. The bad news – you will need more money to live out your nice, comfortable retirement dreams....