Financial Self-Care: Prioritizing Your Well-being in 2024
Welcome to a new year, a fresh chapter where your financial well-being takes center stage. As per PwC’s 2023 Employee Financial Wellness Survey, stress levels are increasing, with more and more Americans finding it challenging to meet monthly household expenses. Escalating concerns like student loan...
Rebuilding Finances after Unexpected Expenses in 2024
The Great Reset: Rebuilding Financial Health After Unexpected Expenses 2024 Life has a way of throwing unexpected curveballs, and when it comes to your finances, unforeseen expenses can be particularly challenging. 2023 has been a challenge for many Americans. The cost of living crisis and...
Millennial Money: Building Wealth in Your 30s and 40s
Building Wealth and Financial Security in Your 30s and 40s “As millennials navigate the unique financial landscape of their 30s and 40s, Martin Walcoe, President & CEO of David Lerner Associates, emphasizes the paramount importance of building wealth and securing financial stability. This pivotal stage...
College Cost Data Released for 2023-2024
Every year, the College Board releases new college cost data and trends in its annual report. The figures published are average cost figures based on a survey of approximately 4,000 colleges across the country. Over the past 20 years, the average price for tuition, fees, and room and board has increased 38% at public colleges and 29% at private colleges over and above increases in the Consumer Price Index, straining the budgets of many families and leading to widespread student debt.
How to Stay Above Water in This Financial Climate
Although some financial pundits are more optimistic about the future, a recession is still expected in 2024. Inflation, the steady increase in prices for goods and services, erodes the purchasing power of money. It's a natural economic phenomenon, but when it accelerates rapidly, it can strain household budgets. Taking charge of your money, staying strong, and seeking help when needed will help you secure a successful future, even in tough times.
Debt Dilemmas 2023: Navigating the Fine Line Between Dreams and Financial Stress
Being in debt can have a detrimental impact on financial well-being, causing stress, limiting future opportunities, and hampering the ability to achieve long-term goals. It often leads to interest payments, reduced disposable income, and a cycle that can be challenging to break free from.
A Spooky Guide to Avoiding Money Pitfalls
October is a month of spooky surprises, and it’s also a time when financial pitfalls can unexpectedly creep up. Let’s take a look at some common financial pitfalls that tend to haunt people during this spooky month and provide tips on how to avoid them.
October is Financial Planning Month
Only 33% of Americans have a written financial plan, according to Schwab's Modern Wealth Survey. Of the rest, almost half said they didn't have enough money to make a plan worthwhile. Others said it was too complicated, or they didn't have time to develop a plan.
Strategies for Catching Up on Retirement Savings in Your 40s and 50s
In an ideal world, you diligently set aside a substantial portion of your annual income in a retirement account. Over time, this money would accrue interest, compounds its growth, and ultimately positions you to enjoy a comfortable retirement, perhaps even an early one.
When to Invest Your Savings?
Investing your money when you have a big goal, enough savings for emergencies, and know how much risk you can handle. Avoid investing when burdened with high-interest debt or facing short-term financial needs.