Financial priorities

Buying a home, supporting family and saving for retirement have long been the mainstays of Americans’ financial priorities. But have these priorities changed over time? We surveyed 2,000 people to find out.

New Parents

Becoming a parent is a wonderful time in your life, though it's full of challenges. As you start this exciting new chapter, it's important to stay up-to-date and informed of today's best parenting practices. Here are the top five things brand new parents should think about.

senior living

As our beloved family members start to age, it's time to make some serious decisions about their current living situation and whether or not it is still suitable.  The good news, though, is that there are a variety of options to consider.

reduce stress

Our finances and family are some of the things we may spend our days worrying over. Yet stress may be affecting our health and self-esteem, leading to even more concerns. 

travel tips

Out of all of the important considerations, the costs and finances related to your trip should be looked at closely and planned out in meticulous detail. Unfortunately, many people forget about some of the most important financial aspects of traveling abroad when planning their trip.

smarter mortgages

If you're searching for smarter mortgages and want to ensure you get great refinancing rates, you need to make sure that you think carefully every step of the way. 

Exercise and Saving

If you're one of the many people who don't enjoy breaking a sweat, it could be costing you a lot more than you'd expect. Aside from the negative health effects, being out of shape could be sabotaging your savings account.

individual vs group

Although there are perks to life insurance that is provided through the workplace, many individuals will outgrow their group life coverage, sometimes without even realizing it. Learn about some key benefits to owning an individual life insurance policy.

investment options

As you get closer to retirement, the goals for your investments change. You focus more on protecting your money than on earning the highest returns possible. So where should you put your money? What investment opportunities exist to fund your future retirement?