The holidays are upon us, and that means gift buying is in full force. Instead of gifting toys or the hottest tech gadget that might make you everyone’s favorite Grandma or Uncle, consider these financial gift ideas for kids and grandkids. While the latest doll or iPhone might make you popular come the holidays, these… Continue reading 6 Financial Gift Ideas for Kids and Grandkids
It’s hard not to get caught up in the holiday spirit of giving and keep holiday spending under control. Holiday retail sales are expected to increase this year between 3.8% and 4.2% over 2018 and total around $730 billion, according to the National Retail Federation.¹ Consumers will spend an average of $1,047.83 per person. Specifically…… Continue reading 9 Ways to Keep Holiday Spending under Control This Year
As you near retirement, it’s crucial you do what you can to maximize your 401(k) performance after age 55. No matter how much you have saved or whether you plan on retiring at 62, 65, or later, now is the time to either catch up on or further increase your 401(k) retirement savings. What you… Continue reading 5 Ways to Maximize 401(k) Performance after 55
What’s the one correctable behavior–when done four times a year–that studies show may improve 401(k) performance by 3% 6 ? It doesn’t require you to contribute more each paycheck… Nor do you have to inject a large sum of cash into your 401(k)… It’s as simple as properly rebalancing your 401(k) four times a year. … Continue reading The #1 Correctable Behavior Studies Repeatedly Show Improves 401(k) Performance by 3%
