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5 tips for financial and retirement planning in 2021

Tuesday, February 9
(BPT) - The past year has presented countless challenges, and for many, a reassessment of goals — especially when it comes to finances. A new survey shows attitude shifts including a renewed …

Study: Most Americans say they're optimistic about a brighter financial future in 2021

Wednesday, January 6
(BPT) - As we enter 2021, here’s one more essential item to put on your list in addition to canned goods and masks: a financial checkup. According to Fidelity Investments’ 2021 New Year …

Financial Tips for Parents to Teach Their Children

Monday, June 21

Children often dream of the day they can call themselves grown-ups, but few look forward to – let alone think about – the financial realities of independence.

6 tips to pay for your child's college education

Tuesday, June 1

(BPT) - College tuition bills are due right around the corner. It’s true that college can be expensive, but knowing all of the different financing options available and making a plan can help you and other parents find peace of mind.

Avoiding financial problems

Fraud Watch: Avoiding COVID-19 Related Medicare Scams

Tuesday, April 20
(BPT) - Medicare fraud is not a new issue and long predates the pandemic, but during times of crisis, scammers often get more aggressive and creative with targeting seniors. Scammers have taken ample …

First steps in retirement planning – for all Americans

Sunday, April 25
(BPT) - Even if you’re young, newly employed or haven't yet started to save for retirement, many financial professionals agree planning is key to achieving a sense of security for your future. …

Emotional Investing And Social Media

Thursday, February 11
It can be tempting to make emotionally driven investment decisions, particularly in volatile markets.
(NAPSI)—When it comes to gathering information to make an investment decision, investors have access to a variety of online information sources, from investment platforms to news and social media. …

Tax Prep Tips You Need Now from Financial Pros

Thursday, March 25
(NewsUSA) --Tax time is just around the corner, and although many people still face various degrees of financial upheaval in the wake of the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, the IRS now says that taxes …
More ways to manage your money

6 tips to pay for your child's college education

Tuesday, June 1
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6 tips to pay for your child's college education

Tuesday, June 1
(BPT) - College tuition bills are due right around the corner. It’s true that college can be expensive, but knowing all of the …

6 tips to pay for your child's college education

Tuesday, June 1
(BPT) - College tuition bills are due right around the corner. It’s true that college can be expensive, but knowing all of the …

Gold and Silver makes Digital Debut, Public Exchange Listing in Blockchain Era

Sunday, April 25
(NewsUSA) - Silver and gold, long-time staples in the global economy, are entering the age of digital finance. Gold and silver have …

Why Women Benefit from Financial Planning

Sunday, April 25
(NewsUSA) - As we celebrate Women's History Month, we take time to reflect on the important contributions women of different …

Gold and Silver Join Blockchain Era with Digital Debut, Public Exchange Listing

Sunday, April 25

(NewsUSA) - Silver and gold, long-time staples in the global economy, are entering the age of digital finance. Gold and silver have a history as safe-haven investments, trusted units of account, …

Military Families Make Financial Planning a Mission

Sunday, April 25

(NewsUSA) - Military families are the foundation of our nation's security, and they deserve respect and support for their dedication and service to the country. And given the unique challenges and …

Engagement Rings Bring Your Love Story to Life

Friday, April 23

Engagement rings mean many things -- romance, love, commitment. Each love story is unique, each engagement ring is the start of a new love story, and each will be a witness to a lifetime of memories.

Fostering Employee Investment Diversity Improves Business Outcomes

Friday, April 23

(NewsUSA) - Whether you are new to the workforce or a seasoned pro, retirement planning is the secret to long-term wealth, and it is never too early or too late to make a plan to live your best life …

Fine-Tune Your Finances Now, Reap Rewards Later

Friday, February 26

(NewsUSA) - Many people spend a lot of time planning and fine-tuning their physical fitness, and that often includes working with a personal trainer. Why not think of financial fitness in the same …

4 Top-of-Mind Questions from College Students Filing Taxes for the First Time

Friday, April 23

(BPT) - Are you in college, or a recent graduate getting ready to file your taxes for the first time? You probably have many questions, such as how to file, whether you can get any tax breaks, and …

Don’t Go Uncovered—Finding Your Own Health Insurance Post-Graduation

Thursday, April 22

(NAPSI)—“I may need health insurance after graduation.” Perhaps this is the last thing you are asking yourself but may be among the most significant. About one in five people in their 20s do …

Need a financial checkup? Try these 4 tips

Thursday, April 22

(BPT) - Springtime has finally arrived and for many that means engaging in a little spring cleaning. Traditionally, this entails a deep home cleaning — scrubbing the windows, dusting the …

5 steps you can take to be actionable in your financial education

Wednesday, April 21

(BPT) - Make no mistake: The past several months have been challenging — both financially and emotionally — when it comes to the disruption the COVID-19 global pandemic brought to our …

3 savvy ways to manage your finances

Tuesday, April 20

(BPT) - During challenging times, there’s nothing more stressful than trying to manage your money (especially if your cash flow has been disrupted). Between expenses like rent, groceries, …

Experts Share Advice on Confusing Tax Situations Created by Pandemic

Tuesday, April 20

In 2020, Americans experienced firsts across virtually every aspect of life. Now, with an extended tax deadline of May 17 approaching, the implications for such an unusual year have some people wondering how all those changes might affect their tax refund.

How this family went from debt to a seven-figure net worth

Monday, April 19

(BPT) - When they first got together, Andy and Nicole Hill thought they were doing fine financially. They made about $130,000 a year. They bought what they wanted and went out to dinner when they …

The power of planning: Getting retirement savings on track after COVID-19

Monday, April 19

(BPT) - Planning for retirement is an important step toward long-term financial wellness at any age. Even though everybody knows to expect the unexpected, no one could have predicted how the events …

5 Tips to Rebuild Your Savings and Unlock Opportunities

Sunday, April 18

(BPT) - The pandemic created a lot of uncertainty for people, especially when it comes to their finances: unemployment was up, spending was down and pretty much everything felt like a roller coaster. …

Supporting fair housing, inclusivity in your community

Friday, April 16

(BPT) - Home and property ownership is a nearly universal part of the American dream. An unfortunate reality of our nation’s past and present, however, is that this dream has been much more …