Have you been considering opening a 529 college savings plan? Contributing to our children’s college education is one of my personal goals. I went to an expensive private university (NYU),
Is It Time to Refinance Your Mortgage? Six Points to Consider
As mortgage loan rates hover around historic lows, almost everyone seems to be asking themselves if they should refinance. And if you aren’t, you should be. Your home is usually one
What Divorced Parents Need to Know About Financial Aid
When advising divorced or separated parents on the college financial aid process, a number of questions come up that have answers that aren’t intuitive. In this post I will cover
Your Financial Garden in 5 Easy Steps
My core clientele are busy professionals and entrepreneurs. They are ready to get serious about building their financial future, but don’t know where to start, and don’t have time to
The Equifax Hack
By now you’ve heard about the massive data breach at Equifax which include the personal information of up to 143 million people. Although we have (sadly) grown accustomed to hearing
Common Sense Tips for Protecting Your Identity
Unfortunately, I have heard several stories from clients affected by identity theft. The results can include financial loss, fraudulent bills, damaged credit, and the huge hassle of contacting financial institutions
When to Consider Paying Off Your Mortgage
With interest rates likely to increase, you may be in no hurry to pay off your mortgage. After all, you may not be able to get such a low interest
Interview: Questions About Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy is a topic that comes up occasionally with my clients, so I went to an expert, New York bankruptcy attorney, Bruce Weiner, with my questions. 1. How much debt
Divorce & Your Money: Liabilities
This is the fifth post in my “Divorce & Your Money” series. In addition to their assets, a divorcing couple must identify their financial debts or liabilities. Division and responsibility
