On becoming an empty nester
Some of you know that my son, Kendall, graduated from Natick High School on June 3rd. He’s our #3 child by birth order but each one is, of course, special to us in their own way.
Should I Contribute to My Roth 401K?
So, why use the Roth 401k option? Well, there is no tax benefit today BUT it allows this money to grow tax free (assuming certain rules are met) and there are no Required Minimum Distributions to worry about (See Rick’s Tip #1). You can leave this money in as long as you live. And, if you are married, you can leave this account to your spouse, and they can leave the money in to continue to grow over their life.
Is it time for cryptocurrencies?
Alternative investments are usually off-beat assets such as real estate, commodities (including oil, gold, lumber, crops, pork bellies, etc.), currencies (including cryptocurrencies), private equity, and specialized investment products that may involve leverage (borrowing in hopes of magnifying returns) or futures and options strategies.
Do Women Face Additional Challenges Financially?
Women are more likely to be caretakers for others, which means less time in the labor force or fewer hours of paid employment each week. Many women are not saving for retirement. On average, women earn less than men 2 On average, women can expect to live longer than men.
Think outside the traditional paying for college box 📦
Let’s get creative when it comes to paying for college. Here's 3 ideas to help cut the cost, and still help your child to that valuable 4-year college degree 🎓
