Archive for July, 2008

What’s the Correct Amount to Withdraw from Your Retirement Funds Each Year?

Tuesday, July 8th, 2008

Rules of thumb and guidelines abound in every investment arena – you’ll always hear about specific percentages you should save, spend or invest based on where you are in life. They’re made to draw attention to specific investment needs everyone has, and for that reason, it’s good to have them. ...

Insuring Your Vacation? Make Sure You’re Actually Covered

Tuesday, July 8th, 2008

High energy costs, a tough economy, you name it; there’s still plenty of travel delays and headaches in the skies and on the ground. Those delays can potentially cost a lot of money, which is why it’s a good idea to carry travel insurance on expensive trips to cover ...

Financial Planning For Newly Single Parents

Tuesday, July 8th, 2008

After a divorce or the sudden death of a spouse, single parents have the twin challenges of adjusting to a new life and getting their child adjusted to it as well. The third challenge – getting money issues in order – can be a threat to both. For a newly ...

How New College Grads Can Get a Jump on Financial Planning For a Lifetime

Tuesday, July 8th, 2008

The average college graduate with a four-year degree now takes about five years to put on a cap and gown, and her average debt is growing too. According to 2006 figures from the Project on Student Debt, the average college I.O.U. was approaching $21,000. With all that student loan debt, it’s ...