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On October 10, the new Social Security COLA increase was announced, and many retirees were disappointed. Each year, there is a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), which is determined by a measurement of the Department of Labor’s Consumer Price Index for Urban...

In today’s dynamic job market, it’s not uncommon for people to change jobs several times throughout their careers.  With each job transition comes a new set of considerations, especially when it comes to your 401(k). So, what do you do...

According to Vanguard’s 2024 How America Saves Report, the average 401(k) balance for participants in 2023 was $134,128, with a median balance of $35,286. Vanguard participants’ average account balances increased by 19% since year-end 2022.¹ How does your 401(k) balance...

401(k) account management is an option for anyone with a 401(k) – no matter how close or far you are from retirement. Even if you have some basic investment knowledge, you might want to consider seeking expert advice. Think of...

As we approach the end of 2024, it’s important to make the most of the last 90 days if you want to reach your financial goals. Take a look at these 12 Q4 finance tips that may help you boost...

With the holidays right around the corner and the end of the year fast approaching, the last thing you want to do is blow your budget on fall activities. Between fall sports, Halloween, and fall travel, the costs add up…and...

As we approach the final quarter, it’s time to talk about financial risks that could significantly cost you. Let’s say you’ve made a financial goal for 2024. If you aren’t paying attention, you may miss that goal because you have...

Americans are not saving enough for retirement. In a report entitled Americans Face Alarming Retirement Savings Shortfall, the National Institute for Retirement Security shares, “Most Americans will not have enough money for a financially secure retirement. […] NIRS research found...

In the ever-evolving landscape of data security, the recent and alarming cyber crisis has left millions of Americans reeling.  This particular data breach included PII (personal identifiable information), including Social Security numbers of almost 3 billion people. In response to...

Given the increase in the cost of retirement, it’s no wonder many are worried they are behind on 401(k) savings. According to the Northwestern Mutual 2024 Planning & Progress Study, “American adults say on average they now need $1.46 million...

Early 401(k) withdrawals are soaring. According to the Vanguard Group, “A record-breaking number of Americans are making emergency withdrawals from their 401(k) retirement plans in order to cover a financial hardship amid the ongoing inflation crisis.”¹ Approximately 3.6% of workers...

It is natural for a parent to want to help their children financially, but helping kids financially isn’t always the best decision. You may end up hurting them more than helping them – especially if you dip into your retirement...

Saving for your financial future requires more than the bare minimum. Given the cost of today’s retirement, it’s worth doing what you can now to maximize your 401(k) contributions. Why 401(k) Contributions Are Essential for Retirement Retiring isn’t cheap. Once...

Despite a brief 6% correction in the latter part of the first quarter, the stock market has shown resilience and growth in the first half of 2024. Keep reading for factors contributing to this and what you need to know....

Women are saving less for retirement than men – and not just by a little. Prudential’s 2024 Pulse of the American Retiree survey found, “Across all age groups, women are particularly vulnerable, with less than a third the median savings...