Monthly Archives: February 2016
Famed Personal Finance Guru Warns Of Making Mistakes In Retiring
Well-known financial journalist and leading commentator on personal finance Jane Bryant Quinn recently offered advice on avoiding retirement mistakes. The bad news is, that she leads off the article for the American Association of Retired Persons magazine with a warning against taking that important step too early. “Before you retire, figure out a solid… Read More »
AARP Piece Warns Of Con Games Targeting Senior Citizens
Identity Theft In something of an ironic twist, the con man whose exploits were portrayed in the 2002 film “Catch Me If You Can” is now the Fraud Watch Network Ambassador for the American Association of Retired Persons. The new role for Frank W. Abagnale, who became a consultant for the FBI after they… Read More »
Without A Will, Legislature’s Guesses Hold Sway
Last Will and Testament Most people should say that when it comes to dying without a will, there’s no way. But far too many folks manage do find a way, and this can have potentially devastating consequences, according to the American Bar Association. “If you die intestate, without a will, your state’s laws of… Read More »
Wills And Trusts Require Expertise, Not ‘Cheaper’ Alternatives
Estate planning There is no easy way out, certainly no simple way out, when it comes to estate planning. As the American Bar Association website points out, in all likelihood the do-it-yourself estate planner has a client who could use better advice. “It is easy to be lured by advertisements claiming you can save… Read More »