Boomers: Here Are 5 Types of Financial Advisors — and How To Choose the Right One for You

Kellan Jansen   Thu, August 29, 2024  GOBankingRates

We all need financial guidance from time to time. But the type of advice you need can depend on your age. Baby boomers, for example, often need support with stretching their funds in retirement and creating spending plans.

 If you’re part of this generation and looking for a financial advisor, your search should reflect your goals. This article will lead you through a process that will get you to the right match.

The 5 Types of Financial Advisors

First, it’s worth reviewing how financial advisors earn money from their clients. There are a few different pricing models, and the one you choose could impact the kind of advice you get.

Wealth Management 101: 4 Key Concepts and Strategies From a Finance Professor

Cindy Lamothe   Tue, August 27, 2024   GOBankingRates

For most people, managing finances is not the funnest thing in the world. Maybe that’s why you’ve likely postponed it up until now.  And maybe you’re truly interested in making a change but all of the financial jargon out there makes your head swim. How do you get started? What are the basics?

Thankfully, experts understand the challenge and are ready to break it down for you. Below, Robert R. Johnson, Ph.D., CFA and professor of finance at Creighton University‘s Heider College of Business, outlines some of the key concepts and strategies to know when it comes to wealth management.

If A Neighbor's Tree Falls On Your Property, Who Has To Pay For The Damage?

Maurie Backman   Updated Thu, Aug 22, 2024,

This year has already seen a host of named storms. In July, Hurricane Beryl became the earliest category-5 Atlantic storm on record. And in August, Hurricane Debby hammered the Southeast before moving upward to inflict damage on the Northeast.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts that the coming months are likely to be active ones as far as storms go. In the course of its routine mid-season update, it increased the number of anticipated named storms to 17-24, of which 8-13 could become hurricanes. And given that hurricane season runs through November 30, homeowners in the path of hurricanes and tropical storms could be in for a world of misery.

It’s common for homes to sustain flood damage during a hurricane. And unfortunately, that’s not always covered by a standard homeowners insurance policy. Similarly, major storms tend to send trees flying, which could lead to all sorts of problems.

Think You Know Money? 23% of Adults Got Most Financial Literacy Questions Wrong-Test Yourself!

Patrick Villanova, CEPF®  Sun, August 25, 2024

Despite the vast depth of information and education available today, financial literacy isn’t improving among adults in the U.S. A financial advisor can help you improve your financial literacy to better understand your money.

Are you looking for a strong savings rate? Check out SmartAsset's high-yield savings account comparison tool.

On average, American adults correctly answered only 50% of the questions in the 2022 Personal Finance Index, an annual survey conducted by the TIAA Institute and the Global Financial Literacy Excellence Center (GFLEC) at the George Washington University School of Business.

I’m a Financial Advisor: 7 Money Habits My Richest Clients Live By

Martin Dasko  Wed, Auive Bygust 21, 2024   GOBankingRates

While it’s easy to assume that many rich people came from money, the National Study of Millionaires, conducted by Ramsey Solutions, discovered that 79% of millionaires in America didn’t receive any inheritance from their families. This means that most rich people have to rely on financial habits that will help them build wealth and keep it, instead of receiving it for free.

GOBankingRates contacted two financial advisors to find out what money habits their wealthiest clients live by. Also, find out how a financial can help you, even if you’re not wealthy.

 4 Things You Should Never Put in a Living Trust

Paige Cerulli   Sun, Aug 18, 2024   GOBankingRates

I’m an Estate Planner: 4 Things You Should Never Put in a Living Trust

A living trust can be a helpful estate planning tool, and it can help manage assets including your personal home, bank accounts, and investment accounts. But there are certain assets that you should never put in a living trust, or you could face tax implications, difficulty accessing funds you need, and other complications.

If you’re exploring creating a living trust, then it’s important to understand how it works and which assets it’s not the right option for.

Is There Any Point In Me Writing A Will?

 Maurie Backman     Moneywise

Sun, August 18, 2024 I’m 75, in poor health and I scrape by on Social Security alone. Is there any point in me writing a will?

I’m 75, in poor health and I scrape by on Social Security alone. Is there any point in me writing a will?

The average 75-year-old American has about $462,000 in retirement savings, according to the Federal Reserve, but not everyone has the cache needed to ease through their golden years.

Many people reach their senior years with few to no assets. They don’t have savings, they don’t own homes and they’re largely reliant on the money they get from Social Security to cover their living expenses.

I Just Received A $10M Inheritance What Should I Do?

Christy Bieber  Sun, August 18, 2024  Moneywise

I'm 31, single and just received a $10M inheritance from a parent I didn't know I had — what should I do?

A caller to "The Ramsey Show" experienced a shocking twist when his mom showed up on his doorstep to tell him the two of them had just inherited a fortune — but the news also delivered a major curveball.

"A family friend who she’s known for a long time passed away," the caller told co-hosts George Kamel and John Delony. "This individual left my mother and myself in his will, and according to the lawyer who's handling the estate, it’s worth between $10 million and $14 million."

That sounds like a good thing, but there was more to come. As the caller explained: "In the will, he’s designated me as his son. I’ve never met this man, never met him before in my life."

I’m a Financial Expert: 4 Things You Don’t Know About Your Money

Laura Beck   Fri, August 16, 2024   GOBankingRates

You might think you’ve got a handle on your finances, but there’s probably a thing or two you don’t understand.

GOBankingRates spoke with financial experts to uncover some surprising truths about money that many people overlook. Carlos Rodriguez, director of financial planning at Edelman Financial Engines, pointed to EFE’s 2023 Everyday Wealth in America report, which indicated that 46% of Americans cite personal finances as their top source of stress. That emphasizes the importance of effective financial management for overall well-being.

From investment strategies to the power of small savings, these insights could change the way you think about your hard-earned cash. Here are four things you (probably) don’t know about your money.

Ramit Sethi’s Most ‘Brutally Honest’ Money Advice That Can Impact Your Wallet

Peter Burns  Wed, Aug 14, 2024,  GOBankingRates

When it comes to the topic of money management, suggestions can get complicated quickly. Sometimes, the best financial advice is blunt and straightforward, even if it is a bit uncomfortable to hear.

In a recent video, Ramit Sethi, personal finance expert and New York Times bestselling author of “I Will Teach You To Be Rich,” got frank and gave direct lessons that can help you improve your finances.

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4 Shrewd Ways to Protect Your Wealth

By Marina Benitez   August 1, 2024  GoBankingRates

Keep your money where it belongs — secure and working for you.

Wealth isn’t about how much money you make, but how much you keep. Whether you’re just starting out or have already built a comfortable nest egg, protecting your wealth can feel like a never-ending game of whack-a-mole. From market fluctuations to unexpected expenses, there’s always something trying to chip away at your hard-earned money.

But don’t worry; we’ve got some clever and easy-to-implement strategies to keep your money right where it belongs — secure and working for you.

I’m a Banking Expert: 6 Mistakes People Make at the Bank During a Recession

J. Arky  Tue, August 13, 2024   GOBankingRates

Economic ups and downs still have lots of people worried about a potential recession. During times of downturn, many people become hyper-focused on the markets, jobs and their own personal finances tied up in banks.

While there might be some desire to move money around or take it out of financial institutions altogether, that could actually end up doing more harm than good on both a macro and micro level.

GOBankingRates reached out to banking experts to understand the six mistakes that people make at the bank during a recession. Here is what we found out below, and you can also check out why a recession is worse for your wallet than inflation.

How Much Cash Should I Have On Hand?  It Might Be Less Than You Think

Ivana Pino ·Senior Writer  Tue, August 13,  Yahoo Personal Finance

According to an analysis by Capital One, 47.8% of American adults make no cash purchases in a typical week. And in the U.S., an estimated 87.4% of all transactions are cashless.

With card and digital payments emerging as the primary payment methods for most consumers, you might wonder how much cash you should keep in your wallet — if any at all.

Here’s a look at the benefits and drawbacks of carrying cash, and how to go about deciding how much you should keep on hand.