Organizing your finances when your spouse has died

Losing a spouse is a stressful transition. And the added pressure of having to settle the estate and organize finances can be overwhelming.... Read the full article

The sandwich generation: juggling family responsibilities.

At a time when your career is reaching a peak and you are looking ahead to your own retirement, you may find yourself in the position of having to... Read the full article

And baby makes three

So you're going to have or adopt a baby. Congratulations! Parenthood may be one of the most rewarding experiences you'll ever have. As you prepare... Read the full article

Merging your money when you marry

Getting married is exciting, but it brings many challenges. One such challenge that you and your spouse will have to face is how to merge your... Read the full article

Teaching your child about money

Ask your five-year old where money comes from, and the answer you'll probably get is "From a machine!" Even though children don't always understand... Read the full article

Getting started: establishing a financial safety net

In times of crisis, you don't want to be shaking pennies out of a piggy bank. Having a financial safety net in place can ensure that you're protected... Read the full article

Life insurance at various life stages

Your need for life insurance changes as your life changes. When you're young, you typically have less need for life insurance, but that changes as... Read the full article

Understanding long-term care insurance

It's a fact: People today are living longer. Although that's good news, the odds of requiring some sort of long-term care increase as you get older.... Read the full article