Terry’s Market Opening comments on Brexit. — on WGN TV Click here to listen
Terry’s Market Opening comments on Brexit. — on WGN TV Click here to listen
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September 20, 2016
Imagine being a senior citizen, living on Social Security and perhaps a small fixed pension, and trying to deal with the rising costs of living. Or imagine being a disabled person with no hope of earning additional money to make ends meet.
September 14, 2016
There’s a big change coming in FAFSA – the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. And if you miss out on the new, earlier deadline, you just might miss out on a lot of money!
September 12, 2016
The Federal Reserve Board has been threatening to raise interest rates for almost two years. And now it really seems poised to take the second rate hike step of the past 10 years.
August 23, 2016
Will you receive your Social Security check? It’s a question that’s about to divide generations and confront politicians.
CampaignforInvestors.org
Financial Planning & Organization Websites
Need help finding a trusted financial planner? Help knowing what questions to ask? And asking how much you’ll be paying? This website is the perfect place to start your search.
SmartCheck.gov: A new site that lets you investigate before you invest.
This new government website allows you to check the background of brokers, advisors, commodity advisors, and even insurance salespeople.
Medicaid LTC: What Assets Will Your State Let “Well Spouse” Keep?
When your spouse needs “custodial” care, Medicaid may step in to pay — depending on your assets and income. But the “community spouse” does not have to give up the family home or all assets and income. Each state sets its own income and asset limits. Check this site to get details for your state.
Answered on September 30, 2016
In 2 years I will need to begin to take my Required Minimum Distribution, where is the safest place…
Answered on September 30, 2016
Should I purchase a product like lock life. We have multiple checking accounts and credit cards.
Answered on September 29, 2016
I just turned 59 today. I have no children. Not married. I have term but as you know it will expire.
Answered on September 29, 2016
I have a Series EE savings bond issued 09/1986. Is the bond fully matured as of September 1, 2016 or…
Answered on September 29, 2016
Hello, I’m 57 and returning to school in 2016. I’ve paid the tuition costs in full in 2016 and I’m…
LongevityIllustrator.org
How long will you live? Financial planning would be easier if you knew! This website created by the Society of Actuaries will help you figure it out and plan appropriately.
Fidelity’s New Retirement Score Calculator
Answer six easy questions, and this calculator will tell you where you stand (and what you can do) to be ready for retirement!
Vanguard’s Nest Egg Calculator
Vanguard’s Nest Egg calculator lets you change inputs to figure out how long your money will last in retirement!
Income limits for Roth IRAs, contribution limits for all IRAs — it’s all here!
choosetosave.org
Find your Savage Number!
livingto100.com
What is your life expectancy?
FDIC.gov
Find your insurance limits.
IRAHelp.com
IRA questions answered!
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