A recent survey by Caring.com found that a whopping two in three American adults do not have an estate plan1—an alarming statistic, considering that an estate plan can protect your assets and ensure that they go to the right people. If you have not begun to prepare an estate plan, or if your estate planning efforts [...]
Never shy away from incorporating pumpkin into fall cooking, especially in savory dishes. The epitome of a fall casserole—layers of pumpkin, cheese, and bacon meld together perfectly for a taste of the season in every bite. Ingredients: For the pumpkin sauce 1 clove garlic, minced 15 ounces pumpkin puree 1 cup chicken broth 1 [...]
For many, autumn is the best time of year. The return of cool breezes, comforting foods, and pumpkins can be invigorating. It’s also a bookmark of sorts, especially for your finances—a perfect time to take stock of your spending after the summer’s over to see what lies ahead. These tips can help you make simple, [...]
Ingredients: 1 box large elbow macaroni noodles ( cook in advance) 1 large can Hormel chili 1 small can Hormel chili with beans "hot" 1 lb ground beef/ground turkey ( brown meat) Chili powder to taste Directions: Put all in slow cooker on low to keep warm all day. Oyster crackers, shredded cheese and sour [...]
Old Fashioned Marshmallows A variation on the recipe in Joy of Cooking, originally published in 1931. Ingredients: 4 Tablespoons (packets) of plain granulated Knox gelatin 1/2 cup of cold water 2 cups of granulated sugar ½ cup white corn syrup (Karo) ½ cup hot water 2 egg whites 1 teaspoon of vanilla or almond extract [...]
You may already be aware of the importance of having enough life insurance coverage to handle financial matters that could affect your family in the event of your death. However, determining the appropriate amount of coverage for your family can be complicated. Rather than using an arbitrary formula, such as having enough coverage to equal [...]
On August 24, 2022, just a few days before federal student loan repayment was set to resume, President Biden announced a plan for additional student loan debt relief. Federal student loan repayment was originally halted in March 2020 at the start of the pandemic. The new plan extends the payment moratorium through the end of [...]
Implementing a 401(k) plan for your employees is good business. It means you're thinking strategically, that you care for your employees, and are focused on the long-term health of your company. Implementing a retirement plan: Can help you attract and retain top talent. May make you eligible for tax credits.1 Can allow you to deduct [...]
Grandparents can often find themselves in a better financial position to save for their grandchildren's education than their own children are. The parents of prospective students may still be contending with competing priorities like their own student loans, high-interest credit card debt, or a hefty mortgage. One way to help save for a grandchild's college [...]
For business owners, estate planning may seem like another task to do on a long to-do list. Having a solid estate and succession plan in place may be crucial to your business's long-term success. If you are incapable of making business decisions, or if you unexpectedly pass away without an estate plan, your heirs may [...]
