Bull or Bubble?
Financial planning is about preserving purchasing power for retirement and beyond. It may not be as easy as it looks, especially for those close to
March 7, 2013
Year: 2013
Ten Tips for Retiring Rich
“Money may not be too important to you, pal; but, to me, it ranks right up there with oxygen. Ruth Gordon Former Actress It’s a
February 28, 2013
Inflation Is Sneaky; The Hazards Can Be Significant!
Inflation is like glaucoma. You can’t see it on a day-to-day basis, but the erosion of purchasing power is still there. Do you remember when
February 26, 2013
Commissions or Fees: Which is Cheaper
You guessed it: It depends. You can ask ten people and get ten different opinions about this issue; but, after more than twenty years in
February 21, 2013
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New Tax Rates – New Game Plan for 2013
Higher Tax Rates You probably know we now have a new restored 39.6% top marginal tax bracket for high earners. Those people will also be
February 14, 2013
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Is A Reverse Mortgage Right For You?
You’ve seen the commercials with celebrities touting reverse mortgages; ever wonder what they are? Actually, they are just what they sound like: It’s a loan;
January 17, 2013
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Women May Be More Serious Than Men About Planning!
Could it be? Apparently, according to the 2012 Fidelity Millionaire Outlook Study. They found a rather large gap between what women and men look for
January 15, 2013
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How to Buy or Lease Your Next Car!
Believe it or not, car buying isn’t as much of a hassle as it used to be – the reason is simple: There’s so much
January 10, 2013
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Congress Turns to Roth accounts to Raise Revenue – Again.
Back in 2006 the government passed a law that took effect in 2010 lifting income restrictions on converting individual retirement accounts (IRAs). Now, there’s no
January 8, 2013