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How to Throw a $5,000 Wedding
savings Two brides share their tips for keeping the costs of a ceremony, reception, dress, invitations and more under control.
By Cameron Huddleston • Last updated
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11 Worst Wedding Gifts for Newlyweds
Smart Buying When it comes to wedding gifts, it’s not just the thought that counts.
By Bob Niedt • Last updated
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Things You’ll Regret Keeping in a Safe Deposit Box
savings Locking up certain important documents and valuables in a bank vault could turn into a headache for you or your heirs.
By Bob Niedt • Last updated
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10 Best Benefits for Military Members and Their Families
savings Service members face a range of threats – from the lethal to the financial. An array of military benefits and programs are meant to offset some of the risk for them, their spouses and their families.
By Lisa Gerstner • Last updated
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Gifts to Minors: LLCs Can Protect Them from Creditors and Predators
family savings You’ve decided to fund a Uniform Gifts to Minor Account, but have you thought about how to make sure that legacy will be secure?
By Jeffrey M. Verdon, Esq. • Last updated
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College 529 Savings Plans: What You Need to Know
529 Plans Do you know how much you’re able to contribute or what the funds could be used to pay for? Check out the nitty-gritty details of this formidable college savings tool.
By Michael Aloi, CFP® • Published
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Bigger Isn’t Always Better When It Comes to Financial Advice
Financial Planning Here’s why a smaller, independent adviser could be a better fit for your retirement-planning needs than the big-name institutions.
By Megan Clark, Investment Adviser Representative • Last updated
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Want Real Estate Without Hassle? Consider a DST
real estate Before you get into the landlord biz (or if you'd like to get out of it), there could be an easier way to invest in real estate, a Delaware Statutory Trust.
By Megan Clark, Investment Adviser Representative • Last updated
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10 Things to Know About Hurricane Insurance Claims
Becoming a Homeowner Hurricane damage? Know what’s covered, what isn’t, and how to make the most of your policy if you need to file a claim.
By Kimberly Lankford • Published