by Chris Draughon | Jun 15, 2015 | Financial Planning, Retirement news, Retirement planning
Almost nothing in life is certain or guaranteed; many times things don’t go quite according to plan. A healthy dose of bad luck can cause even the most carefully constructed retirement plan to go awry. It’s smart to review your retirement plan regularly...
by Jeff Helms | Jun 10, 2015 | Financial Planning, Investing Strategies
For years, financial institutions and academics have studied the respective investing habits of men and women. In general, these studies suggest that men invest with more confidence and women tend to focus more on investing for goals and objectives and less on...
by Jeff Helms | Jun 2, 2015 | Financial Planning, Investing Strategies, Retirement planning, Wealth Management
When we were all kids, we were told to wear hats in the winter, because you lose most of your body heat through your head. It turns out that’s not true. Studies have shown that you lose the same amount of body heat everywhere. So much for conventional...
by Jeff Helms | May 26, 2015 | Financial Planning, Investing Strategies, Retirement planning
There’s no denying that saving for retirement can be a confusing and daunting process. And things can get even trickier when it comes time to select a retirement account. If you’re confused about IRAs, you’re certainly not alone. Many people...
by Chris Draughon | May 21, 2015 | Financial Planning, Retirement calculators, Retirement news, Retirement planning
Even if you think you’re taking all the necessary steps to secure your retirement funds, there are a few facts about retirement that might surprise you and make you re-think your existing plan. 1. Spending Your Savings Can Be a Challenge It may be hard to...
by Chris Draughon | May 19, 2015 | Financial Planning, Investing Strategies, Retirement planning, Wealth Management, White Papers
It’s time to face it — we are living longer. No matter what your age, you can expect to live much longer than the generations before you. For example, the typical 65-year old couple today has a 30-year joint life expectancy, meaning there is a high...