Major changes are coming to the real estate industry which will shift the way we have historically bought and sold homes. A powerful group, the National Association of Realtors has agreed to a rule change on how real estate agents are compensated which could be a big deal for homebuyers.
With January being designated as “Financial Wellness Month,” we encourage you to start the new year embracing new possibilities and setting financial goals as a first step in working toward a more secure financial future. It’s a great time to work on improving your financial health and to take a hard look at our financial habits. We have put together our checklist of Top 10 areas to focus on to identify your priorities, along with tips to help you kick-start your Financial Wellness program for 2024.
Given the rising cost of a college education, many grandparents and family members are looking to help contribute to education expenses for their grandchildren and relatives. While it is possible to pay tuition to universities directly and be exempt from gift taxes, this exemption only applies to tuition payments, and non-tuition expenses can comprise up to 50% of total expenses for college students.
Tis the season with approaching proms and graduations as important milestones in young people’s lives and a wonderful cause for celebration.
The death of a parent can be one of life’s most difficult experiences, at any age. During what may be an emotionally overwhelming time, there are often time-sensitive and practical matters to attend to.
One of the more difficult things in life is when you have to acknowledge that your relationship with your parents takes a twist and you become the caregiver.
With less than a month left in this calendar year, we want to remind you of a few last-minute financial moves that you might want to consider.
The end of summer brings saying “goodbye” to your young adult child heading off to college. You’re likely feeling a mix of emotions: exhaustion from the process, worrying about how your child will adjust and for some, uncertainty about the change in family dynamics.
Family vacation homes are a treasure for many of us, often providing fond memories for multiple generations. Successful planning for a vacation home requires thoughtful consideration of all of the interests of family members involved both now and in the future.
Many parents have now said “goodbye” to their young adult children heading off to college this fall. They’re likely feeling a mix of emotions, including just plain exhaustion from the process and continued worries about COVID-19
Most of us want to view our parents as healthy, strong and everlasting. As they age, it is inevitable that they will eventually require some form of senior living care to meet their changing needs. The best decisions are rarely made in an emergency situation..
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted individuals of all ages and stages of life in different ways. While the boomerang generation experienced a reduced severity of illness, many of them have acutely felt the impact of failing to launch.
Losing a parent can be one of life’s most difficult experiences, at any age. There are often time-sensitive and practical matters to attend to during what is sure to be an emotionally overwhelming time.
In these uncertain times of the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s not uncommon to struggle with maintaining your mental health. The impact of this pandemic has lasted...
You are the engine for your life. If you don't take care of the engine—and keep it fueled—it will not serve you well. Self-care is what helps...