There’s a difference between monitoring an investment and checking its performance on a daily basis. Rather than being concerned about short-term volatility in the market, consider the future purpose or goal of what you want your money to pay for. This is the...
As we head into the final quarter of 2017, it’s a good idea to stay cognizant of any tax issues that may affect your finances come April 2018. Now is the time to review your investments and income distribution plans to help ensure you don’t trigger additional taxes or...
What do you get when you put together a caterpillar, a wrecker, a couple of tractors, and an airplane? George and Ida Miller’s tractor ride! Originally from Maryland and Florida, the Millers are high school sweethearts that have...
When Carl stops by the office, it’s a bright spot in our day. He’s friendly, has a great mustache, and brings us presents like fresh fruit from his property. Originally from Corbin, Kentucky, Carl served in the Marine Corp before he moved onto a career with...
By 2030, it’s estimated that 20 percent of the U.S. population will be over age 65.1 That means a fifth of all Americans will be on the fringe of retirement or already retired, a milestone that’s generally perceived to come late in life. But consider this, there...
According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, Americans’ personal savings rates are about half of the amount they once were. For the past few years, the personal savings rate has hovered around 5 percent, but that’s still significantly lower than the savings rate from...