Transitioning to retirement can be challenging. You’re used to going to a place you love every morning and doing something you know makes a difference in people’s lives. Even if you’ve been looking forward to retirement, all of that change happening all at once can be mentally and emotionally challenging.
A new year is often a time for fresh starts, intentional planning, and renewed motivation to conquer goals and accomplish things that are important to you. And after the year we just had, a fresh start is just what we need. As you transition into 2021 and all this year will bring, take some time to think about your long-term plans and reevaluate your decisions, especially in the following key areas.
If you want to put your head down and just get through the rest of December so 2020 can be over, we get it. In the midst of canceled plans, work stoppages or adjustments, complicated family decisions, and (as if that weren’t enough) financial challenges, many Americans feel like they haven’t had much control over anything this year. But there’s one area where your actions can make a big difference today and down the road: your finances. So even though there are plenty of unknowns ahead, follow through on these 5 financial actions before the ball drops on December 31st to give yourself a leg up.
Being able to do all your shopping online is a huge convenience - especially amidst COVID-19. Follow these 7 tips before shopping online.
While Thanksgiving became an official holiday in 1870, Americans have been taking part in this tradition of gratitude since the Pilgrims arrived on our shores. Since then, our country has experienced wars, depressions, natural disasters, social upheavals, and international crises, and still we come together at this time of year to remember what’s important and be grateful for what we have. This year, in the middle of a global pandemic and a charged election season, we think it’s more important than ever to celebrate Thanksgiving and turn our minds to our many blessings.
While creating a financial plan is in a different category than buying a car or putting an offer on a home, we believe it’s just as significant of an investment. It’s important that you know what to expect before you commit to the financial planning process with a particular professional.