Retirement Planning 101

Retirement Planning 101

Whether you’re a 20-something just starting a career or a 60-something on the brink of retirement, it’s essential to understand the basics of saving and planning for life beyond the working world.

Planning for retirement involves so much more than deciding at what age you want to take the leap. Money, investments, wills, healthcare options and other factors play a huge role in your future intentions. If you’re not sure where – or when – to begin, financial advisors, estate planners, accountants and attorneys are more than willing to lend a hand. Read more

Plan Early – Plan Now

Savvy Saving

Financial advisors agree its smart to think about retirement.

Financial advisors agree it's smart to think about retirement.

Plan early… plan now. Financial advisors agree it’s smart to think ahead about retirement. Follow these 10 recommendations from Terry Vandelinde, president of VIP Planners Inc., and Christine Smith, a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services Inc. in Daleville, to ensure proper financial and estate planning. You’ll be right on track for worry-free retirement years. Read more

Smart Travel Ideas

Vacation can seem like a treat without added expense.

Vacation can seem like a treat without added expense.

These days, everyone is seeking ways to save money: clipping coupons, dining at home more often and cutting out a few luxuries. With these 10 budget travel tips, vacation will seem more like the treat it once was and less like an added expense. Read more

Take Care

Worried about burdening loved ones with caring for you both physically and financially as you age? Home health providers welcome the opportunity to lend a hand in performing daily activities, and long-term care insurance helps you stay covered no matter your life span. Read more

Rethinking Retirement

Given the current economy, it’s understandable if you’re anxious about taking the leap into retirement years. Many of the savings in the 401Ks or IRAs you’ve worked so hard for may have taken a hit. Read more

Smart Planning

Get in-the-know on how to save for retirement, ways to preserve your hard-earned dollar and ideal estate planning procedures.

According to Erin Dooley, a financial advisor for Edward Jones in Moneta, seven out of 10 people are not adequately saving for retirement. Read more