The process of leaving a job can be a stressful one. If you are on your way to a new job, you will certainly have a lot on your mind. Unfortunately, one major need that you may overlook is what to do with your retirement savings. According to Spencer Williams of MarketWatch, approximately 33… Read more »
What Should I Do First: Pay Off Debt or Save for Retirement?
Should you put retirement savings first, or is it better to be debt-free? Or is a combined effort your best plan of action on your quest for financial health and security? The answer, of course, depends on your unique circumstances and financial goals. Pros of Paying Down Debt Some debt is better than others. A… Read more »
How to Plan Your Retirement Using Age Banding
As you plan for retirement, two of the most important questions you can ask are “How much money will I need to maintain my standard of living?” and “How long will I need to live on that amount?” Age banding is a concept that can help you answer these questions with greater accuracy, enabling you… Read more »
Why Volunteering During Retirement is a Win-Win
The number of retirees seeking volunteer work is on the rise. In a recent Consumer Reports survey, two-thirds of respondents between the ages of 55 and 70 said that they planned to volunteer during their retirement. Volunteering can help keep people of any age active and engaged in their communities – two factors that can… Read more »
Three Reasons to Cut Your Paper Usage This Year
According to a survey by Javelin Strategy and Research, approximately 61 percent of checking account customers subscribe to paperless statements. Are you one of them? Discover three reasons to go paperless with your banking statements and other communications this year. Reason #1: Help the Environment Perhaps the most obvious benefit of going paperless with your… Read more »
Four Factors That Influence Your Home’s Value
Your home will probably be your greatest financial investment, and doing what you can to protect that investment it is a constant effort. Some factors in your control, ranging from the way you keep your lawn to the way you renovate your bathrooms, will affect the value of your home in the long run. However,… Read more »
Pros and Cons of Biometric Authentication
You know why it’s important to protect your personal online banking information with a strong password. You even go the extra mile and change your password every 90 days to make sure you’re always one step ahead. But what do you do when your mobile banking app introduces the idea of biometric authentication – and… Read more »