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Common Mistakes Students Make Regarding FAFSA

November 18, 2019 By: slcps In: Blog, College Funding, College Planning, Tips for High School Students Comments Off

What should you know about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)? There are a number of mistakes that students commonly make regarding this provision. Here are a few things that you will want to avoid. Waiting – Some of the funds that are provided in response to the FAFSA form are first-come, first-serve. […]

Important Financial Planning Tips for Women

November 14, 2019 By: slcps In: Blog, Financial Planning Comments Off

I think we can all be honest and admit that the financial planning world is male-dominated. Yes, things are changing, and that is certainly for the best. However, while America is still getting used to women having as much control over their financial future as men, here are a few tips to help you stay […]

Tips for Kickstarting Your Retirement Funding Plan

October 18, 2019 By: slcps In: Blog, Tips for Parents Comments Off

Whether you are excited about the prospect of retiring at some point in the future or you are apprehensive because you are worried if you will ever be able to set enough money aside, these tips should be able to help you get a jumpstart on the savings process. Have a goal in mind – […]

Should I Apply for Long-Term Care?

October 8, 2019 By: slcps In: Blog, Tips for Parents Comments Off

Long-term care is something you really need to think about so that you don’t burn through your estate in your later years. According to AARP, 58% of women will need an average of 2.5 years of care, and 47% of men will require an average of 1.5 years of care. If you are in the […]

When Should You Take Your Social Security Income?

October 1, 2019 By: slcps In: Blog, Tips for Parents Comments Off

A part of your planning for retirement should be knowing the right time to take your social security benefits. Here are a few key factors to help you take your benefits at the right time. Check your social security statement – You can do so here if you create an online account with the social […]

When Should I Apply for Life Insurance?

September 25, 2019 By: slcps In: Blog, Tips for Parents Comments Off

Many people mistakenly think that life insurance is something you start thinking about when you get older. There are several issues with that line of reasoning. The glaring one is: what happens to your family if you tragically pass away young? What are other reasons to consider getting your life insurance now? #1 Age and […]

Are You Paying Too Many Fees on Your Funds and Accounts?

September 23, 2019 By: slcps In: Blog, Tips for Parents Comments Off

Your financial portfolio needs to include a variety of funds and accounts. You have savings accounts, checking accounts, retirement funds, investment accounts, and so on. But could you be paying too much of your gains back to banks and investment companies in hidden fees? Here are a few things to consider. Conduct an Annual Review […]

Do You Know What You Are Currently Saving?

September 12, 2019 By: slcps In: Blog, Tips for Parents Comments Off

According to credit monkey, the average IRA balance is just over $100,000, and the average 401(k) balance is just under that amount. While that is nowhere near what the average person needs for retirement, it still puts a person miles ahead of the 45% of working-age households that report no savings for retirement. Do you […]

What Type of Life Insurance Is Suitable for Me?

September 3, 2019 By: slcps In: Blog, Tips for Parents Comments Off

When it comes time to purchase life insurance, your two main choices are term and whole life. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each, and which one is right for you? Here are a few things that you should know. How Much Can You Afford? Term life is the less expensive option. This is […]

Have You Built a Financial Plan Yet?

August 28, 2019 By: slcps In: Blog, Tips for Parents Comments Off

Your financial plan is how you prepare in advance to reach your goals, help your family, and have what you need for a comfortable retirement. But you may wonder how it can be possible to know how much you need and save it up, even over decades of work. Here are a few tips to […]