It’s not healthy to persistently obsess over things we cannot control. Let’s listen to a little music instead — As the US is on the eve of inauguration of its next president it feels a little bit like we are all collectively holding our breath. On one hand it is a new beginning; a much needed one seemingly. …

Newsflash: there is no “right” way to save your money; well-intentioned advice can be a deterrent to action — Okay, so you have increased the amount of money you are contributing to your retirement plan to start off 2021 the right way — right? (If not, start with this article and come back.) Now you might be thinking, “What’s next?” That’s an easy one: start putting a little money…

Ten minutes right now will pay dividends all year long! — So how are your new year’s resolutions going so far? It is only January 11, so you are probably still sticking with most of what you resolved to do all year long at this point. …

Great ways to kick-start your savings without an employer-sponsored plan — If your employer offers a tax-deferred retirement plan like a 401(k), 403(b) or 457 Plan, then great for you. Even better if the employer will match some of your contributions! For you the game plan is pretty straightforward, just contribute to the plan — at least up to the employer’s…

We walk a fine line. Where will you land? — The line that separates patriotism and nationalism can be paper-thin, to the point of being invisible at times. And I believe we have all now borne witness to the danger that lurks at that intersection of ideals. I think even as a kid I was wary of the concept of…