Financial

Use Tax Season to Organize for the Future

Jane was not looking forward to going through her parents’ belongings to get their house ready to sell. Their health had been failing for some time and they finally agreed to move to a retirement community. Now that they were both comfortably moved into their new apartment, it was up to Jane to get rid of the things they no longer needed. Her parents had lived in the same house for more than 50 years, so Jane expected to find

With Two Months until Tax Deadline, Taxpayers Urged to Use IRS Free File

With less than two months left until the tax deadline, the Free File Alliance, a coalition of industry-leading tax software companies partnered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), urged taxpayers to take advantage of the IRS Free File program. Thanks to the Free File Alliance’s partnership with the IRS, all taxpayers

Older Entrepreneurs - Do You Really Want to be Your Own Boss?

Many people during the course of their careers dream of running their own business and being the boss. By age 40 or so, if you’ve never made the leap, it might seem like the right time to give it a try, especially after losing a job in today’s economy. For much of your career you might have been at the mercy of forces beyond your control, to include a bad boss and overall inept leadership; therefore

Cutting your expenses and your risk of heart attack: 10 steps to heart health through smart financial decisions

Learn about some of the most effective ways of cutting costs, which can in turn save you from experiencing unhealthy stress over finances.

Own a business and headed for retirement? What's next: Weigh your options

As a small business owner you have worked hard to build your business and make the money to retire. Now that the time is finally here, what's next in your life?

A View From the Other Side of the Interview Desk: 3 Changes to Improve Your Odds at Getting that Job

Getting a job is hard enough that candidates don’t need to unnecessarily shoot themselves in the foot once they get that coveted job interview. So how does an otherwise qualified job candidate squanders a chance to land a good job.

Little known facts about Social Security

Social Security is responsible for lifting millions of seniors out of poverty. As wonderful as the program is, its details can be difficult to follow.

Avoid the Frugality Fall-off: 15 Ways to Keep up the Good Financial Habits Now That the Worst of the Recession Is Over

Now that the recession has eased its grip on the economy, many Americans are starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel. But financial counselor and bestselling author Eric Tyson warns we shouldn’t

Money matters: What to expect in your 90s

People are living longer than ever. This is a good thing, but it comes with some challenges such as planning for a much longer retirement.

The financial benefits of joining the AARP

Have you been wondering about whether the AARP is worth the investment? We will break down the benefits here.

Quitting smoking now can save your life and also repair your financial health

Quitting smoking isn’t just a smart health move. It’s an intelligent financial move that could net you thousands of dollars a year in savings.

Your money or your life: How your finances can impact your heart health

Worry over money can have a significant impact on your heart health. Here are a few steps to lowering your level of money stress.

The importance of getting financial planning help now

Make your money last as long as you do with financial planning for seniors. The sooner you start financial planning the better to ensure a secure retirement.

You've just filed for bankruptcy. Now what?

Overcoming bankruptcy isn't easy, but with time, good strategy and the right people on your side it can be the beginning of a new financial chapter in your financial life.

Ask and you shall receive: The importance of asking for a senior discount

Senior citizen discounts can start at age 50 and are available on everything from travel to groceries.