Late-Stage Retirement Planning for Gen X
For Generation X members, who are now entering their 50s, retirement planning takes on a new level of urgency. Fortunately, catch-up contribution provisions and other strategies can help accelerate savings during these pivotal years. "Generation X faces unique retirement planning challenges, but they also have powerful...
The Financial Literacy Gap: How Gen Z Women Can Take Control of Their Financial Future
In an era of unprecedented economic challenges, Generation Z women find themselves at a critical crossroads. Despite being the most educated generation in history, they face the lowest financial literacy rates among all demographic groups, creating a paradoxical situation that threatens their long-term financial well-being. The...
Income-Generating Investments: Building Passive Cash Flow for the Future
Financial Literacy Month is a great time to focus on investment strategies that create steady income. Many people think of investing as a way to grow wealth over time, but it can also be a powerful tool for generating passive income. Successful investors and entrepreneurs have...
Maximizing Your 401(k) Benefits
Your 401(k) is more than just another retirement account—it's a powerful wealth-building tool that can significantly impact your financial future. Understanding how to maximize its benefits can help strengthen your retirement strategy. "The biggest mistake I see people make with their 401(k)s is not taking full...
How to Boost Retirement Savings with Alternative Income Streams
Developing additional income streams has become increasingly important for retirement planning. Around 75% of American workers who lost income during the pandemic say planning for retirement is stressful. Even among those who didn’t face income loss, nearly half still find it challenging. Research shows that...
New Tariffs Drive Market Volatility
At 4:00 p.m. on April 2, 2025, President Trump announced sweeping tariffs on imported goods that were significantly larger and different in structure than expected. The announcement was carefully timed to coincide with the close of the New York Stock Exchange to avoid immediate market...
New Social Security Identity Verification Rule: Are You Affected?
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced that effective April 14, some individuals who want to claim Social Security benefits or change their direct deposit account information will need to visit a local Social Security field office to prove their identity in person. According to the...
The Financial Literacy Gap: How Gen Z Women Can Take Control of Their Financial Future
In an era of unprecedented economic challenges, Generation Z women find themselves at a critical crossroads. Despite being the most educated generation in history, they face the lowest financial literacy rates among all demographic groups, creating a paradoxical situation that threatens their long-term financial well-being. The...