Just a quick reminder for those of you aged 70 ½ and over who are also charitably inclined: There is no better way to gift from a tax standpoint than directly out of your Traditional IRA. Why? Money that comes…
By now, your family has been cooped up together for a few days. People are getting whiny and so are the kids. You are broke from the gift giving and planning to put an extra $500/year into your 401(k) (see…
Attention retirement savers! For the second year in a row, the employee contribution limit to 401(k)s, 403(b)s, and 457 plans has been raised. In 2020 you will be able to put $19,500 into your retirement plan. The amount the employer…
What, a home cooked meal that’s easy and cheap and can save your sanity during the crazy holiday season? That’s right, your trusty financial planner to the rescue. Vegans need not read further. Main dish: (courtesy of Catherine Tidd…
An important part of financial planning is anticipating how you will adapt to the impact of aging or disability. In 2008 the CDC estimated that 13.7% of all adults live with a mobility disability, defined as a serious difficulty walking…
Yep, it’s the time of year where we spend time, money, and energy to express love to those around us. Is it because Jesus says we need to do this or just the need to make ourselves nuts? Yours to…
The idea of a recession is scary, but planning and rational action can lessen the worry. You can't control the stock market, but you can control your money. This fast, free class gives you 5 actionable tips to get your household finances ready for a recession tomorrow, next month, or next year.
