How much money is enough? This writer grew up in a household where often there was “too much month left at the end of the money,” generating empathy for those
A College Education Minus the Debt
Fully funding a college education without debt is no simple task. It’s no secret that the cost of a four-year degree has
The Fed’s medicine for inflation
The Federal Reserve has been grappling with the worst inflation in over 40 years. Of course, it’s not just the Fed. Equity
The daily stock market machinations and financial headlines will drive you crackers. Will the Federal Reserve Bank raise interest rates 100 basis points? The
One early summer day many years ago, this writer was working outside in the yard as a new family was moving in across the cul-de-sac. Spotting me, their
Age and poor health can quickly impair a person’s ability to deal with the life’s many issues, including money. There are many avenues you may decide to take
What if the size of the paper dollar was adjusted each year to reflect negative changes in consumer buying power, i.e., inflation? Over time, at some point
The full page newspaper ad from a major bank declared, “Financial planning is looking beyond today’s horizon.” The word horizon calls to mind the line or circle
John McCain said, “Whoever controls oil controls much more than oil.” Barack Obama observed, “Our enemies are fully aware that they can use oil as a weapon
An estate plan is an integral part of the financial planning process. It is conceived to carry out your wishes upon death. Some folks choose DIY, or do-it
