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Managing finances after divorce

Managing finances after divorce

Anyone who’s been through a divorce knows it’s difficult and can feel overwhelming. While taking care of yourself mentally and emotionally is a top priority, here are some considerations to make the financial [...]

Six steps to a stronger acquisition process

Six steps to a stronger acquisition process

According to Harvard Business Review, over 70 percent of acquisitions fail. Don’t let these statistics scare you. By taking important steps throughout the acquisition process, you can avoid common pitfalls and drive better business [...]

Tips for avoiding fraud, identity theft and financial scams

Tips for avoiding fraud, identity theft and financial scams

Identity theft and fraud are now common occurrences in our lives. In fact, research estimates that 1 in 10 Americans will be a victim of identity theft every year,1 an astounding statistic. The good [...]

Year-end financial checklist: 9 personal finance tips for 2021

Year-end financial checklist: 9 personal finance tips for 2021

This has been an unprecedented year — one that has greatly impacted people’s well-being, both personally and financially. Like everyone else, you thought it was going to be a different year than how it turned [...]

Before you retire, what does your family think?

Before you retire, what does your family think?

You’re starting to think it’s time to retire and launch your next adventure. To celebrate, you’re buying a sailboat — one the whole family can enjoy on weekends and vacations. They’ll love [...]

Quick guide to open enrollment

Quick guide to open enrollment

Your annual benefits enrollment at work can seem like a daunting task, but it doesn't have to be. Read on for a quick explanation of some of the benefits your employer may offer and why [...]

How distance learning can impact the family

How distance learning can impact the family

When Covid-19 shut down the country in mid-March, many of us thought we’d be back in our offices and schools before the end of spring. Yet, here were are countless months later, working and [...]

Life insurance FAQs

Life insurance FAQs

Here are the questions about life insurance we receive most often and our brief, basic answers. The need for life insurance Q: What’s the purpose of life insurance? The primary reason to own life [...]

How to prepare for retirement with adult children living at home

How to prepare for retirement with adult children living at home

Don’t fret. There’s hope. Many parents have figured out ways to support and encourage smart financial habits in their adult children living at home without neglecting (or draining) their retirement savings. Learn steps [...]

How does compound interest work?

How does compound interest work?

Some people like to refer to the principle of compound interest as magical – and while it's not magical, it is a pretty cool mathematical principle. Because the potential effect on your savings can be so [...]