Tax Tips: The Top Four Tax Issues to Consider During Divorce
Back in the distant mists of time, I got a divorce. It was easy. We had no children and no disputes over splitting assets. We sold the house and split the profits, and we even shared an attorney (his best man at the wedding). However, when you have a lot invested in a marriage—time, children, [...]
6 Tips for Saving Money at Back-to-School Time
This post was written by guest blogger Steve Repak. As a child, my parents constantly told me that money does not grow on trees. Now, as a parent myself, I get to tell my kids the same thing. I probably say it more than I should, though—especially when it comes to saving money on back-to-school [...]
11 Questions to Ask Before Moving Parents to Assisted Living
Retirement planning involves more than just thinking about your personal financial goals. It also entails thinking long-term about certain family members, like dependent children or parents. Like millions of people, you may one day face the difficult choice of moving one of your elderly parents into an assisted living facility. Once you decide that your [...]
Budget-Friendly Summer Fun for Tweens and Teens
This post was written by guest blogger Teri Cettina. You’re probably not paying for summer childcare for your tween or teen, but the warm-weather months can still be hard on your budget. The costs of camps, trips to the mall and outings to water parks and festivals can really add up. Luckily, there are fun [...]
Nine Estate Planning Tips for Children With Special Needs
Being a parent comes with inherent challenges, but as a parent of a child with special needs you’re faced with a unique set of concerns. Coordinating even day-to-day tasks can be difficult, and the thought of estate planning for your child can seem nearly impossible. To help parents navigate the emotional waters of financial and [...]
How Much Life Insurance Do I Need? Tips on Estimating Coverage
You may have heard a lot about the importance of buying life insurance, but you may not be sure if it applies to you. Well I have a newsflash for you: It does. Before buying life insurance, it’s important to consider how much coverage you and your family will need. One of the biggest excuses [...]