How to Deal with Debt When a Loved One Passes Away
A surviving spouse or children face more than just overwhelming emotions — they may also face the challenge of having to settle a loved one’s outstanding debts. ...
Putting Your Affairs in Order
55% of Americans pass away without a will or an estate plan. Here are some of the affairs that should be kept in order before we're referred to as the “dearly departed:” ...
Why You Should Know Your Net Worth
Do you know what your net worth is off the top of your head? It's an important thing to know — even if the number is a much-needed reality check. ...
Saving for the Future
Saving helps you keep the proverbial wolf from the door yet most Americans are not even close to being ready for any kind of financial emergency. [1] 65 percent of Americans are saving little or absolutely zero. ...
Money Trumps Love
Valentine's Day extols the virtues of romantic love. But when it comes to picking a partner, more Americans choose money over love....
Massive Wealth Transfer Ahead
As the Boomer generation moves towards retirement, the next three decades are going to see a shift in generational wealth the like of which the United States has never seen...
Debt and Death
The average life expectancy for women is 81 years compared to 73 years for men, so it's more likely a woman will deal with financial issues after the loss of a spouse....
Everyone Needs an Estate Plan
Approximately 55 percent of American adults do not have a will or other estate plan in place and, believe it or not, you have an estate....
Financial Planning For Your Passing
No one wants to think about their own mortality But it is certainly an opportunity to take pause and consider the fact that death happens to all of us....
Everyone Should Have an Estate Plan
No matter your personal situation, married or single, older generation approaching retirement or younger generation starting out on a career, an estate plan is something that can benefit everyone....