Money and Marriage – 5 Steps to Take NOW

Money and Marriage – 5 Steps to Take NOW

Sara and Joe were recently married. They dated for five years before marriage but never lived together. They briefly talked about money before marriage, but had no serious discussion about spending and saving. Now that the wedding is behind them and they are adjusting...
7 Healthy Tips When Eating Out

7 Healthy Tips When Eating Out

Eating out can be highly disruptive when trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle. I eat out more than I should. I have meetings over breakfast or lunch. And most evenings, I have a social event. As I’ve aged, my metabolism has slowed, and eating out has not...
When It’s Beyond ‘Senior Moments’

When It’s Beyond ‘Senior Moments’

When developing retirement plans for my clients, I include a section about frailty risk – the deterioration of mental or physical health. A University of Michigan study shows one-third of those aged 65 and older suffer from frailty. Frailty in retirement is a...
How To Explain A Work Gap

How To Explain A Work Gap

After your divorce, you may need to re-enter the workforce. It may be for additional income, to keep busy, or even to have health insurance coverage. Whatever the reason, going through the job search process can be a daunting experience. It’s even more difficult when...
Back Off – My Spouse Just Died

Back Off – My Spouse Just Died

Whether your spouse’s death was from a lengthy illness or it was unexpected, your life is now changed. The last thing you want to worry about after your spouse dies is money. But it seems you’re being bombarded with demands to make financial decisions –...