NEWS YOU CAN USE
Leaving a Job with a 401(K)
LEAVING A JOB WITH A 401(K) When you leave a job with a 401(k), you’ll generally have four options for what to do with the money. Each has its own benefits and drawbacks, so deciding what’s right for you will depend on your situation[...]
Government Assistance
GOVERNMENT ASSISTANCE If you don’t make enough money to cover your basic expenses, there are safeguards in place to help you make ends meet. The U.S. Government has several programs that can assist you with paying for necessities like food, healthcare, and even housing.[...]
Talking to Your Partner About Money
TALKING TO YOUR PARTNER ABOUT MONEY When it comes to talking with a spouse or partner about money, many people shy away. It can be scary—but it doesn’t have to be. Positive and frequent communication is key. Talk Often A great way to reduce[...]
Health Savings Accounts
HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNTS With a health savings account (HSA), you can set aside pretax income to pay for current or future health care, including deductibles, copayments, and any qualified medical expenses such as dental bills and prescription drugs. Any withdrawals you make from the HSA[...]
The Cost of a Mortgage
The Cost of a Mortgage Since monthly payments spread the cost of a mortgage loan over an extended period, it’s easy to forget the total expense. For example, if you borrow $200,000 for 30 years at 6% interest, your total repayment will be around[...]
What to do With Your Stimulus Check
What to do With Your Stimulus Check The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES) provides needed assistance to businesses, expansions to unemployment insurance, and direct relief checks to many Americans. December 2020 Relief Congress passed an economic relief package in late December[...]
