Posts by Cortney
Volatile markets: Don’t rely on headlines for guidance on when to invest
Falling markets and drastic headlines can tempt individuals to abandon their long-term investing plans.
Read MoreUnderstanding market downturns
For prepared investors, market downturns can represent great opportunity.
Read MoreMost retirees must take required minimum distributions by Dec. 31
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recently reminded retirement plan participants and individual retirement account owners that payments, called required minimum distributions, must usually be taken by Dec. 31.
Read MoreDownshift your worklife to improve Return On Life (ROL)
3 reasons why reducing your work hours could help to ease your transition into retirement – prepare your retirement budget, adapt your money mindset, experiment with your schedule.
Read MoreAssisted living isn’t getting cheaper, so plan now
Retirees shopping for long-term care services — including home health aides, adult day health care and assisted living facilities — are likely to face more and more sticker shock.
Read MoreRetirement planning mistakes you make and don’t even know it
Putting away money for retirement? It’s easy to focus on the big picture, but don’t overlook the small things — they can really add up in the end.
Read MoreTips to stay retired after retirement
The reasons vary. Sometimes it’s because of lack of money. Sometimes because retirees become restless and choose to take on a new job or even a new career altogether.
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