Federal Student Aid opportunities are often first-come, first-served. Provided by Marc Aarons  Applications for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) are now open for the academic year 2021-22. Applying for the FAFSA allows you to qualify for grants, scholarships, and other federally sourced aid, such as work-study or student loans. The applications opened […]

Here are some things you might consider before saying goodbye to 2020. Provided by Marc Aarons  What has changed for you in 2020? For many, this year has been as complicated as learning a new dance. Did you start a new job or leave a job behind? That’s one step. Did you retire? There’s another […]

Six areas of personal finance to review.  Provided by Marc Aarons  When training to become a financial professional, much of our course work centers on the six critical areas of creating a financial strategy. Some recognize October as Financial Planning Month, so it’s an excellent opportunity to review those six personal finance areas.1 Cash Management: […]

What you need to know to get ready for the end of the year. Provided by Marc Aarons  With one year ending and a new one on the cusp of starting, many people will consider their resolutions—not their estate strategy. But the end of the year is a great time to sit down and review […]

Getting started with you household budget.  Provided by Marc Aarons  Budgeting towards needs and goals. One of the objectives of creating a household budget is that, as time moves on and the various household members advance in their careers, they are likely to make more money. Knowing where that money goes can help direct that […]

Things you can do for your future as the year unfolds.  Provided by Marc Aarons  What financial, business, or life priorities do you need to address for the coming year? Now is an excellent time to think about the investing, saving, or budgeting methods you could employ toward specific objectives, from building your retirement fund […]

Here’s what you need to know. Provided by Marc Aarons A U.S. drug company recently said that it’s in late-stage trials for its coronavirus vaccine and reported that it could be given to Americans as early as the end of the year.1 Great news. But it seems like every few days there’s a new update […]

What you should know about the change. Provided by Marc Aarons The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA), one of the most widely followed stock market indices, has made some key changes to its starting lineup. Salesforce.com, Amgen Inc., and Honeywell International Inc. have replaced Exxon Mobil Corp., Pfizer Inc., and Raytheon Technologies Corp. The change […]

Thanks to a couple of factors, some investors are thinking about this move before 2020 ends.  Provided by Marc Aarons Roth IRAs have attracted retirement savers since their introduction in 1998. They offer the potential for tax-free retirement income, provided Internal Revenue Service rules are followed. Do Roth IRAs seem even more attractive these days? […]

Looking ahead can help you conquer these unique obstacles. Provided by Marc Aarons  When it comes to retirement, some women face obstacles that can make saving for retirement a challenge. Women typically earn less than their male counterparts and often take time out of the workforce to care for children or other family members. Added […]