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The time value of money is one of the most important financial concepts there is to understand. It comes into play in almost every financial decision. You don’t need to understand the arithmetic, but you should have some sense of where and how the math applies. Doing so may be able to improve the quality of your financial life. Continue Reading What is the “Time Value of Money”?

It came as a shock when Rob and Michele Reiner were murdered late last year. Now, their son Nick, accused of the murders, is trying to fund his defense using money in a trust fund provided by his parents. Continue Reading The Strange Case of Rob, Michele and Nick Reiner

What happens when unmarried couples split up? Sometimes it can be even more complicated and unpleasant than a divorce. As with many things, it’s probably better to prepare in advance. Continue Reading When Unmarried Couples Split Up

The new Social Security Trustees Report is out, and as usual, the news is not good. If the two Trust Funds were combined, they are projected to be insolvent in the third quarter of 2034. Is that enough of a reason to consider collecting earlier? Continue Reading Social Security Is in Bad Shape. Does It Still Make Sense to Wait?

It has been well documented that the biggest fear people have in retirement is running out of money. Incredibly, according to a 2024 survey done by Allianz Life, 63 percent of Americans are more fearful about running out of money than they are about dying. But is it possible to overdo it? Continue Reading Is It Possible to Spend Too Little in Retirement?

Sometimes people get confused by all the jargon used in the financial services industry. It’s difficult to understand what you’re buying—or what you already have—if you don’t understand the language being used. Here is a quick listing of ten terms, commonly used in the life insurance industry, that you might not fully understand. Continue Reading 10 Commonly Misunderstood Insurance Terms Explained

Financial trends come and go, but the latest, “SKI,” or Spending Kids’ Inheritance, is likely to have a lasting impact. Are you prepared? There are some ways to learn how to “SKI” without getting hurt. Continue Reading Dealing with the Latest Financial Trend: Spending Your Kids’ Inheritance