When it comes to repaying your student loans, one size does not necessarily fit all. The key to a manageable repayment plan is to find a strategy that works well for your goals, budget, and lifestyle. Here are some questions to help you assess a student loan repayment...
Kids and College
Choosing a 529 Plan
Introduction Choosing a 529 plan means first deciding whether a college savings plan or a prepaid tuition plan appeals to you. If you decide on a prepaid tuition plan, you're generally limited to the plan offered by your state. But if you choose a college savings...
TALKING TO YOUR CHILDREN ABOUT INHERITANCE – Checklist
Picture this: You’re sitting down with your family, sipping hot cocoa by the fireplace, and enjoying some quality time together. It’s a cozy scene, but there’s something you’ve been meaning to discuss - inheritance. If you feel uneasy chatting with your kids or...
Father of the Brides
The white carriage pulled by a white horse took us down the gentle grade around the back of the lake in full view of the guests seated at the entrance to the peninsula, on which resided in the gazebo.
Ellie is Born – Vlog
Inside that football-sized roll of towels, is a newborn baby. Nine months in the making, a lifetime ahead, fraught with challenges only begun by the arduous passage called birth.
Can you escape this 529 tax consequence?
The Section 529 Plan is one of the best vehicles for accumulating education funds, because they can benefit both the student and the contributor.
A New Baby in the Family
Today you brought your first baby into the world! We are so excited, and mom is in her element. We can’t wait to spoil her. She’ll be joining our annual father/daughter date at the Angels’ home opener.
Congress gets it act(s) together
For the first time in years, Congress passed a budget bill that won’t require an annual battle over the details. The spending cap is set for the next two fiscal years.
The Lasting Impact of 9/11
Ever since that horrific day in 2001, nearly 14 years ago, we have seen an increase in the use of the calendar to create and enhance awareness of our pet projects or concerns.
Transferring Assets to a 529 Plan
A 529 College Savings Plan may be an attractive vehicle for those looking to save for a child’s education.