Will your health affect your wealth? Most people see themselves living a long life, investing and planning throughout their working years to construct a financially secure future where they can spend time doing the things they enjoy the most. As part of your financial planning activities, it’s important to understand the potential impact that needing [...]

“Forget stocks. Don’t bet on gold. After four years of plunging home prices, the most attractive asset class in America is housing,” said a March 28th CNNMoney.com article. This newfound housing demand is partly fueled by the 8,000 people retiring daily, a number that will increase to 15,000 by 2015. Experts’ confirmation that the housing [...]

Life is short-don’t waste another minute in a career that no longer suits you. One of the best things about reaching retirement age is the ability to re-invent yourself. Creating a new career, working part-time in an industry you’ve always wanted, starting a new business or volunteering your time can change your life for the [...]

For decades, retirees have moved south for a lower cost of living and warmer winter weather. As many people about to retire brace for winter, they also brace for higher property taxes. The question is-“Can I afford to stay here in retirement?” It’s not just about better weather anymore. The Newark, NJ, Star Ledger said [...]

How much can I afford? Get pre-approved for a mortgage. This involves getting your credit report and FICO scores and investigating the type of mortgage that’s best for you. Shop around for the best rates and programs. What kind of home do I want (the ‘wish list’)? What kind of home do I need? Make [...]

Source: msnbc.com news services. See original article here: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/31521098/ns/business-stocks_and_economy PARIS – A severe U.S. recession will bottom out this year, but any recovery will be weak due to anemic markets and shrunken consumer wealth, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development said on Wednesday. “In this environment, a considerable degree of economic slack, especially in [...]

One of Ideal Living magazine’s adages is “Where you live affects how you live,” and that has never been truer than it is right now. Perhaps it is a good time for each of us to sit back and assess where we are, where we are headed and where we want to be. There’s no [...]

With gas prices still on the rise, the housing market in a state of flux, and the word “recession” on the tip of pundits’ tongues, isn’t it nice to finally get some news that’s good for your pocketbook? North Carolina residents, take heart. Until December 31, 2010, you’re eligible for a Personal Renewable Energy Tax Credit that can yield as much as $10,500.

With gas prices still on the rise, the housing market in a state of flux, and the word ‘recession’ on the tip of pundits’ tongues, isn’t it nice to finally get some news that’s good for your pocketbook? North Carolina residents, take heart. Until December 31, 2010, you’re eligible for a Personal Renewable Energy Tax Credit that can yield as much as $10,500.

It’s no secret that lots of folks are watching their wallets more closely than they were this time last year. The good news: While clipping coupons from the Sunday paper is certainly effective, it’s far from the only way to save some dough. In fact, your best bets for maximizing every penny may be no further away than your keyboard.

While most people agree that everyone should have a will, relatively few think they need a trust. Think again. A trust is typically more versatile, more efficient, more private and ultimately more cost-effective in making sure that your final wishes are carried out as you intended.