Market volatility makes most investors nervous, but a big downturn can be especially disturbing to those who are approaching retirement or newly retired. This article presents three fundamental concepts that may help investors keep market movements in perspective and maintain their focus on long-term goals.
Spring is a good time to clean out and organize financial records. This article offers guidelines on how long different types of records need to be retained.
This article explains how a mortgage recast works to enable a homeowner to reduce a monthly mortgage payment without having to refinance and why it may be an appealing solution in certain situations.
Estimate the future cost of an item based on today’s prices and the rate of inflation you expect.
Knowing your likely life expectancy is an important factor in making long-term financial plans.
How much will it cost to pay off a loan over its lifetime?
Determine whether you should consider refinancing your mortgage.