Is Your Emergency Fund Too Small, Too Big, Or Just Right? By: Stacey Nickens Goldilocks didn't have to build an emergency fund. She knew that she could break into any number of bears' homes and have as much porridge as she needed, but the rest of us aren't so lucky. How much porridge do [...]
Retiring This Year? 3 Money Moves To Make Right Now By: Stacey Nickens Congratulations! You have worked hard your entire life, and you are ready to rest and enjoy the fruits of your labor. As a financial advisor, I have loved assisting so many clients in moving into and through retirement. As you get [...]
With open enrollment season in full swing, many of you may be reviewing different health insurance options. When reviewing their options, some people gloss over health savings accounts (HSAs) because they're unsure of how to use and benefit from an HSA. However, HSAs can be powerful savings and tax-reduction vehicles, and if your employer [...]
4 Ways to Manage Market Volatility By: Stacey Nickens Every couple of days, I get an email from a client wondering if they should be worried about market volatility, rising inflation, or some other catastrophic financial event. Often times, investors in the midst of panic wonder if they should move their money entirely into [...]
Tip of the Day: Dividend Income Can Help Retirees Weather Market Volatility By: Stacey Nickens Clients often ask me: How much money do I need to have saved for retirement? However, instead of selecting a specific number, I prefer to look at how much money you will need to withdraw from your investment portfolios during [...]
Fraud Alert: The FDIC Still Protects Depositors By: Stacey Nickens Recently, rumors have been spreading that savings accounts and CDs are "subject to seizure" should a bank fail. These rumors claim that depositors are now treated as unsecured creditors of the bank due to a new law. However, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has [...]
Tip of the Day: Delay Taking Social Security Benefits By: Stacey Nickens In general, I encourage clients to delay taking Social Security whenever possible. Doing so can allow you to access Delayed Retirement Credits. Beginning at your Full Retirement Age, you can take Social Security without facing a penalty; however, for every year you wait [...]
Tip of the Day: Your Retirement Savings Should Support Your Current Spending Habits By: Stacey Nickens I start every morning with a creamy cup of coffee. Sometimes I opt for a sugary iced coffee, and other mornings, I love a bitter, steaming cup of hot coffee. Either way, I feel as if I'm starting my [...]
Fall is open enrollment for many employer benefit plans. Employee stock plans are a great way to build wealth and help you reach your financial goals. Confusion over these plans often leads to costly mistakes. Thanks to Fidelity for helping with their 6 Employee Stock Plan Mistakes to Avoid. Â
Today, most of us depend immensely on our cellphones. I use mine to check in to flights, buy groceries, search the internet, and text and call my friends and family. However, while cell phones are essential for many people's lives, your cellphone bill could be a huge drain on your funds. Most bills runs $100 [...]
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