4 Great Second Jobs For Firefighters
Many people are under the false impression that firefighters cannot have second jobs, and most of the time, this isn’t true. Depending on the employer, whether private or public, municipality or state, second jobs are completely acceptable as long as they don’t...
Turning 50? 10 Ways To Make It Your Best Year Yet!
Turning half a century old is a huge life milestone and one to celebrate! Instead of mourning the younger years, here are 10 ways to celebrate turning 50 years old and make it your best year yet! 1. Stop collecting crap in your garage and go on an adventure. Now is...
7 Essential Strategies For Paying Down Debt
Wouldn’t you rather be putting a little more money toward your retirement or 401K each month and sending less of it to credit card companies? If so, you might find that with just a little effort, you’ll be able to do just that — sooner rather than later. Here are...
5 Flexible Side Hustles That Add Income To Your Household
You’ve probably heard the terms “side gig” or “side hustle” increasingly more often in the last few years. If you’re over the age of 40, you probably know the same concept – having more than one job – as just that: a second (or third) job. However, as times change so...
3 Common Estate Planning Mistakes-And The Celebs Who Made Them
Poor estate planning knows no socio-economic bounds. What happens to average American tax-payers also happens to celebs who have unusually large estates. But who actually suffers when estate planning is, well, non-existent or just poorly done, regardless of income...
Is A Trust Necessary In Single-Child Families?
Many couples (and single parents) think that fewer heirs means less headache down the road for those heirs, and simple “do-it-yourself” estate options are all that are needed. However, there are other things to consider when it comes to how your heirs (or heir) will...
6 Major Moves That Will Transform Your Life And Reduce Your Anxiety
After working hard for many years, retirement can be an exciting part of life to think about; but it can also evoke feelings of stress and anxiety when pondering about finances, health, and a sense of purpose while retired. Luckily, there are many ways to plan for...
Long Term vs. Short Term Disability Benefits: What’s the Difference?
The types of disability benefits offered by employers typically fall into one of two categories: long term (LTD) and short term (STD). In this FAQ, the difference between the two categories, as well as some other key details are covered so that you know where to begin...
NPFBA Long Term Care Coverage: 11 Most-Asked Questions
Why are so many people talking about long-term care and their financial plan? The reason is pretty straightforward: People are healthier than they were a few generations ago, which means they are living longer. Fewer people are dying of diseases than in the past due...
How To Teach Gun Safety To Your Children: 3 Key Points
Education is key when it comes to ensuring gun safety. However, many parents do not know when is best to begin educating their children, and how best to start. We interviewed a local law enforcement officer to get the 4-1-1 on gun safety. Here are some of the main...
