No one likes to think about it but when preparing for retirement you should be preparing for anything and everything to happen, which includes the unexpected passing of a spouse. Today’s article discusses how to prepare financial for this. Here’s what they had to say, “Nothing is more devastating than the sudden loss of a spouse, but this shock can…
If you’re lucky enough to be retiring in 2016 let me start off by saying congratulations! You may think that you just just coast through the last few months before your retirement but today’s article gives several tips on what you can do just before the next chapter of your life. Here’s one of the tips, “Take advantage of workplace…
Today’s article discusses four stocks that didn’t help today’s weak market performance. Here’s what they had to say, “Markets opened lower on again on Tuesday following economic data from China showing imports declined and exports came in lower than expected in November. Commodity prices remain weak and may get weaker, led by oil (of course) and iron ore. WTI crude…
Will 2016 be a flop? Or a great? Today’s article discusses analysts predictions for the new year. Here’s what they had to say, “Stock market predictions for 2016 range from a replay of this year’s flat market to plump double-digit gains as investors brace for higher interest rates and less support from the Federal Reserve, according to five top Wall…
Today’s article explains how technology is changing retirement forever. Here is just one of the ways technology is affecting retirees, “The peer-to-peer economy can also help retirees earn an income from one of the biggest investments they’ve made over their lifetime: their house. Services like Airbnb let retirees rent out space in the family home—which probably has lots of room…
We’re only 30 days away from the New Year, (can you believe it?) so now may be a great time to start thinking about your resolutions. Today’s article isn’t discussing the usual resolutions you might see, they want you to think about your retirement and what you can do in 2016 to help yourself prepare. Here’s one, “Funding a 401(K)…
It hasn’t happened in over a decade but the Euro and the Dollar are almost worth the same. Is that good news or bad news? How will that affect our economy versus the European economy? Today’s article discusses what could happen if it comes to that. Here’s what they had to say, “The two currencies are heading toward parity after…
Today’s article explains how a strong American dollar can both positively and negatively affect stocks. Here’s what they had to say, “The strong dollar can pressure stocks in two ways: It makes American products more expensive overseas, so big U.S. multinationals have a tough time competing. And what international profit they do make is worth less when converted into dollars.”…
We’re only a few weeks away from interest rates going up and if you don’t feel all that great about the news, today’s article may be for you. It highlights a handful of tech stocks you may want to check out. Here’s what they had to say, “In general, dividend-paying stocks are expected to lose some of their sheen. To…
Do you call all of the shots when it comes to your retirement plan? Why not, it is YOUR retirement plan after all right? Today’s article discusses whether you should have full control over your retirement plan or whether that may be a recipe for disaster. Here’s what they had to say, “It sounds great, to be in control of…