Archive for July 2019
Upcoming Changes for Medicare Supplement Insurance Plans
A Medicare supplement insurance plan, also known as a Medigap or Med Supp plan, is purchased in combination with original Medicare to help pay out-of-pocket costs not covered by original…
Read MoreThe Growing Popularity of Annuities
Annuities are nothing new; in fact, they’ve been around since Roman times, and maybe even before that.1 But they’re seeing a modern-day surge in popularity, fueled by pre-retirees and retirees…
Read MoreThe Millennial Effect
Recessions have consequences, and the Great Recession of 2008 may have produced one of the most influential consequences of all: the millennial mindset. Because of their early experiences in the…
Read MoreQuick Income Ideas
The Federal Reserve recently reported that four out of 10 American adults surveyed said they would struggle to pay for an unexpected expense of $400 or more.1 This revelation goes…
Read MorePros and Cons of Legislative Inertia
While the 2020 presidential election gains steam, it seems that the passion for new legislation has taken a backseat. As of July 1, the Democrat-controlled House of Representatives had passed…
Read MoreWho is Caring for Our Elderly?
The “elderly” portion of retirement is the phase that is past travel, golf, shopping, piggyback rides and puzzles on the floor with the grandkids. It can often consist of isolation,…
Read More2019 Midyear Outlook
Kiplinger recently noted that the U.S. stock market appeared more resilient than ever, having bounced back from a devastating end of 2018. Employment remains relatively steady, inflation flat and the…
Read MoreBusting 8 Common Myths About Planning and Investing for Retirement!
Should you delay claiming your social security benefits? We bust 8 of the most common myths about planning and investing for retirement on Retirement Solutions Radio show, “Busting 8 Common…
Read MoreHow to Avoid Losing $111,000 in Social Security Income!
You have a 96% chance … of losing $111,000 when you claim your social security benefits. Learn how you could avoid this, on Retirement Solutions Radio show, “How to Avoid…
Read MoreTech Talk: Energy Innovation, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence
Technology is the largest single segment of the stock market — bigger than the industrial and financial sectors. It’s also an industry of constant innovation and unlimited potential, presenting enormous…
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