Have you ever made an investment only to realize shortly thereafter that you made a huge error? Before you wrote the check you were sure you were making a smart investment but once the ink was dry, the fog cleared. That’s when the pain hits. Some folks never forgive themselves (let alone forget the mistake). And […]
How A Systematic Withdrawal Plan Boost Your Retirement Income Big Time
You may not have heard the term “systematic withdrawals” too many times before. But that’s about to change. In fact, I’d like these two words to be a central part of your financial vernacular. That’s because systematic withdrawals might just be your secret weapon in the battle to maximize your retirement income. Once you understand […]
What To Do When You Surpass Your Financial Goals
Sometimes things really work out. When that happens, people can find themselves way ahead of schedule on their financial plan. If this happens to you does it mean you should kick back and coast? Should you increase your spending or cut back on saving? Or should you continue spending, saving and investing as if nothing […]
Do You Really Need Credit Card Insurance?
Credit card insurance claims to make your credit card payments for you if you are unemployed or encounter some other financial hardship.. Many card companies push this coverage and pitch you on it when they send you your monthly statement. Is it a good deal? Let’s find out together. How Much Does Credit Card Payment […]
Find A CPA Now- Made Easy
Now is a fantastic time to find a new CPA if your current one is a dud. If you do this now, you won’t feel the pressure that the procrastinators feel who wait until February or March to do this. CPAs are easily available to interview now and the best news is it’s really not […]
How To Motivate Yourself To Solve Financial Problems
I have been reading a great (but hard to find) book called “The Search For Serenity” by Lewis F Presnall. In it, he has a chapter on self-pity which I found fascinating. It occurred to me that in the past when I had no motivation, it was indeed because I felt sorry for myself. I […]