Posts about investing

Is America Prepared to Retire?

Two-thirds of us have no financial plan. Provided by Marc Aarons @ Money Managers Inc.   Only 48% of Americans say they think they are saving enough. And 30% feel that they are not even slightly confident that they are saving enough for retirement. That finding comes from the 2015 Consumer Financial Literacy Survey conducted […]

Is Your Company’s 401(k) Plan as Good as It Could Be?

In light of a recent SCOTUS ruling, this is a good time to double-check.  Provided by Marc Aarons @ Money Managers Inc.   How often do plan sponsors check up on 401(k)s? Not as often as they should, perhaps. A recent legal development seems to call for greater supervision of these plans from employers – […]

At Last, a Greek Debt Deal

A look at the winners, losers & terms. Provided by Marc Aarons @ Money Managers Inc. It looks like Greece will stay in the euro. After eurozone finance ministers pulled an all-nighter, negotiating for 17 hours into early Monday morning, the government of the beleaguered nation accepted the latest bailout terms offered by its creditors. […]

Truths on Investing

Long-Term Investment Truths

Key lessons for retirement savers.  Provided by Marc Aarons @ Money Managers Inc.  You learn lessons as you invest in pursuit of long-run goals. Some of these lessons are conveyed and reinforced when you begin saving for retirement, and others you glean along the way.     First & foremost, you learn to shut out much […]