


How to Survive the Dog Days of Summer
It often seems as if summer lasts from Easter to Halloween. But we typically see the hottest of the hot days (the “dog days” of summer) in late July and August. And this raises some concern for keeping safe and cool. Seniors in particular may be at higher risk of...
Time to Get Your Financial House in Order
Out with the old and in with the new as we march headstrong into 2022. There’s a good chance that you’ve recently spent time organizing your home or office to improve clarity and efficiency—the same should be true of your finances! Try some of these tips as you...
Bob’s Pick: “Don’t Get Too Hung Up on a Retirement Savings Number”
Article originally appeared on Kiplinger.com Written by Katherine Reynolds Lewis “Experts generally recommend having enough savings to generate about 80% of your preretirement income annually, after factoring in what you’ll get from Social Security and any...
Social Security and Spousal Benefits
If you’re getting Social Security retirement benefits, some members of your family may also qualify to receive benefits on your record. Your ex-spouse or spouse may receive a monthly payment of up to one-half of your retirement benefit amount if they qualify. These...