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 [...]
Tips for Throwing a Graduation Party on a Budget
Hosting a celebratory party for your graduate doesn’t have to be a budget breaker. All it takes is a little planning and creativity to pull off a fantastic (and inexpensive) graduation party—and no one has to know you pinched pennies! Get colorful. Don’t waste money on overpriced graduation-themed plates, napkins, and tablecloths, as they’ll quickly [...]
Estate Planning 101: Designating a Beneficiary in Your Will
Estate planning can give you control over what happens to your wealth after you pass away. In some cases, an individual doesn’t designate a person as his or her beneficiary. Depending on the specific situation, this can have different effects on how the finances are distributed. What if you don’t designate a beneficiary at all? [...]
The Three Financial Accounts Every College Student Needs
College represents a new beginning, and it may be the first time that your child will be completely responsible for his or her finances. Help your student save money and budget for expenses by ensuring that he or she is set up with the right financial accounts. While you can start by helping your child [...]
Save Money on Your Family’s Summer Road Trip
This post was written by guest blogger Teri Cettina. You have fond memories of a road trip your family took as a kid, so now you’re treating (torturing?) your clan to something similar. Good move: A driving vacation can be significantly cheaper than a trip requiring air travel. However, it’s easy to lose track of [...]