Reverse Mortgages are shrouded in confusion and misunderstanding. How does it work? Why is it reversed? What’s a mortgage? You should really know the answer to that last question, but i’ll help answer everything else in this week’s Know Your Mortgage: Reverse Mortgages.
Archive | Retirement

Tax Refunds: Should You Spend or Save?
by Anthony Fontana on February 7, 2013 in Featured, Retirement, Saving, Taxes
What would you do if you received a $1,000 in tax refunds? Would you use it for something fun like taking a vacation or put it toward your retirement?
5 Tips for Finding Post-Retirement Jobs with Purpose
by Allstate on January 29, 2013 in Personal Finance, Retirement
Increasing numbers of baby boomers are transforming their traditional retirement years with late-in-life employment. Here are a few tips for finding purposeful post-retirement jobs.
How Millions Could Quadruple Their Income
by Richard Barrington on January 23, 2013 in Retirement, Saving, Trends
Most people are settling for a quarter (or less) of the income they could get from their bank accounts. Here are tips for getting the most out of your bank.
Want Free Money? Maximize Your 401(k)
by Anthony Fontana on October 31, 2012 in Retirement
Is there anything better than free money? I don’t think so, either. You’re probably wondering how you could come across such a wonderful thing, right? The answer could be as simple as putting a little bit of each paycheck toward a retirement fund, such as a 401(k).
Want to Stay Active After Retirement? Here Are Some Activities for You!
by Anthony Fontana on October 26, 2012 in Retirement
The thought of doing any activity other than something relaxing seems crazy to me. However, the truth seems to be retired people like to stay busy. With that, I give you another list: top physical activities for retirees. Check it out!
Too Much Free Time After Retiring? Volunteer!
by Anthony Fontana on October 25, 2012 in Retirement
For new retirees with a lot of times on their hands, finding a part-time job is a possibility, although volunteering at local
10 Part-Time Jobs after Retirement
by Anthony Fontana on October 24, 2012 in Retirement
Even though retirement is a long way down the line for me, one thing’s for certain: I won’t want another job. Or will I? According to an article published by The New York Times, 7.2 million Americans aged 65 and older are working, a number that has doubled in 15 years.
What Does a Financial Planner Do and Why Would You Need One?
by Christine Bilger on October 9, 2012 in Retirement
Have you ever considered hiring a financial planner? Let’s take a look at what financial planners do, and some good reasons to hire one.
Funding an IRA With Your Lunch Money
by Nickel on October 8, 2012 in Retirement, Saving
If you ditch that $10 daily lunch and brown bag is $3 instead, you’re saving $7/day. That’s $1750/year. Stash those savings in a Roth IRA for the next 30 years.
