The Joy and Wisdom of Grandparenting
If you are a mom in Oklahoma juggling grocery bills, school supplies, and a stack of credit card statements that never seems to shrink, you are far from alone. Between rising costs and unpredictable expenses, it is easy for debt to creep up quietly until it feels impossible to manage. The good news is that … Read more
There’s a lonely sort of dread that comes with checking your balance after a weekend of pretending inflation isn’t real. You’re sitting on the couch at midnight, illuminated only by the dim hum of your laptop, wondering exactly when an adulthood full of promise mutated into a series of complex mathematical equations you have no … Read more
Do you ever wonder what your family is going to do for comfort & security moving forward into the years ahead, in light of how such a changing world continues to be? It’s something that so many of us think and don’t articulate, particularly as we meet our loved ones and desire the best for … Read more
As grandparents, we often find ourselves in the role of teachers, guiding our grandkids through life’s lessons. Beyond passing down family traditions or telling stories, one of the most valuable things we can offer is financial wisdom. Teaching them how to manage money early on doesn’t just set them up for future success — it … Read more
Whether you’re trying to save for a big-ticket item, build an emergency fund, or work toward financial stability, it can be helpful to understand how one of these accounts works. If you’re looking for a safe way to help grow your savings faster than a traditional savings account, a high-interest savings account can be a … Read more
As families grow and change, their finances usually do, too. Big life events, whether expected or not, can shift the way a household spends, saves, and plans. What once felt manageable can start to stretch thin, and what used to be a luxury might become a regular need. Over time, adjusting money habits becomes part … Read more
Learning to manage your finances is beneficial at any age, but it’s particularly important as you prepare for retirement. If you’re used to a stable income, it can be challenging to adjust when you finish work. In this guide, we’ll outline some key steps to help you plan for a comfortable financial future. Start Saving … Read more
Leading global asset management firm Legg Mason answers your questions about 529 College Savings Plans | As the cost of college continues to climb, more families are finding it impossible to save the entire amount. Fortunately, an increasing number of grandparents are eager to help. Yet, some may not be aware of the preferred choice … Read more
A Lousy Investment Worth Looking Into By Dennis Miller One of the biggest challenges facing many retirees is how to bridge the gap between ever-rising expenses and virtually stagnant Social Security checks and other sources of income. In a recent edition of Miller’s Money Forever, our team took an in-depth look at reverse mortgages, … Read more
