Before You Claim Social Security

A few things you may want to think about before filing for benefits.   Whether you want to leave work at 62, 67, or 70, claiming the retirement benefits you are entitled to by federal law is no casual decision. You will want to consider a few key factors first. How...

July Economic Update

  July 2017 THE MONTH IN BRIEF June brought some definite headwinds to Wall Street, but the broad stock market still advanced. The S&P 500 added 0.48% across the month, even with tech shares selling off. As anticipated, the Federal Reserve raised the federal...

Why Retirees Need Good Credit Scores

Careers & businesses end, but the need to borrow remains.   Retirees should do everything they can to maintain their credit rating. We spend much of our adult lives working, borrowing, and buying. A good credit score is our ally along the way. It retains its...