There are many factors that impact stock market returns, but one common concern of investors is how the stock market will be impacted by a change in America’s President.

It’s time to celebrate! Between being named as an InvestmentNews 40 Under 40 list, and Afflora Financial Life Planning's 2nd birthday, I’m over the moon. I’m incredibly blessed, and grateful to all of my clients and readers who have helped me get here.

Over the last few years we’ve heard about the financial difficulties facing many public and private pension plans. Here’s what you need to know about your pension’s safety as well as considerations before taking your pension.

Living a happy and fulfilling retirement is about so much more than whether or not you have enough money to live off of.

Retiring before your eligible for Medicare can leave early retirees scrambling to find quality health care coverage that doesn't break the bank.

You plan AND plan AND plan for retirement. But what happens when it takes you by surprise? Here's some tips to make sure you are prepared and help you deal with an unplanned early retirement.

After you retire or leave a job, you have to decide what to do with your 401(k) from your previous employer. Here's a guide on options available, along with the pros and cons of each.

If you’re vested in a pension or defined benefit plan, you may be receiving a large portion of your retirement income from your pension payout. But which payout option works best for you and your financial goals?

Estate planning can be challenging. Make sure you avoid these nine big mistakes that many people make!

The question itself is simple enough. Unfortunately, the answer isn’t so simple. There is no one-size-fits all solution that ensures you’ll have a comfortable retirement.

Regardless of why you are seeking the advice of a financial advisor, make sure that you do your homework and avoid these mistakes when selecting an advisor for you and your family. Selecting the right financial advisor can be the start of a rewarding experience for both your finances and the quality of your life. Selecting the wrong advisor can be frustrating and costly to you.

Social Security is a key part of retirement income for those who are eligible for a benefit. Deciding when is the right time to claim your benefit can be overwhelming. Here are some factors to consider.

Most likely, you’re paying way too much for cable. Here’s 5 quick & easy tips on how to ask for a cable discount!

With the stock market continuing to hit new highs, people often ask if they should wait to invest in the stock market. If they are already invested, they are worried about when the next correction will come. Here are a few thoughts on investing in today’s or any market environment.

If you’re like most people, it's easy to get in the habit of hoarding tax documents with the rationale that maybe, someday, you might need them again. But if you're looking to get your financial house in order, be smart about what you keep - not all of it needs to follow you to the grave.