For many baby boomers, retirement is just around the corner. And, while retirement can be a time of rest and relaxation, it’s also important to consider how you’ll generate income during this stage of life. For many people, that means relying on assets such as savings accounts and investments to produce a reliable stream of […]
Wendy – Hey, Boomer No alarm clock jarring me out of sleep. As I roll over, my cat is waiting for me to wake up. She wants her breakfast. The sun is starting to peak out, and the day is supposed to be beautiful. I am a morning person, and I slide into my slippers, […]
When nursing home care uses up a widow’s savings, the federal Medicaid program will kick in and cover her bills for care. But it’s more complicated for couples. If one spouse moves into a nursing home and the bills start piling up, the person who is still living in their home can face serious financial […]
Joe & Bella is Named Winner of 21st annual Chicago Innovation Awards We’re so excited to announce that Joe & Bella has been named one of the winners of the 21st annual Chicago Innovation Awards. Joe & Bella received the “Up & Comer” award for being the most exciting startup of the year. The winners […]
Medicare Advantage Plans in Alabama Getting started with Medicare: Medicare is the most extensive government national health insurance program in the United States. It’s health insurance designed for people aged 65 and older. What are the parts of Medicare? Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance): covers hospital (inpatient, formally admitted only), skilled nursing (only after officially admitted […]
“The stronger the roots, the more the tree is going to be able to stand the stormy winds.” This quote comes directly from the most recent episode with Dr. Rozina Lakhani, an integrative psychiatrist who’s sharing her insights on burnout and the importance of keeping yourself grounded in order to get through rough times more […]
If you read my newsletter (sign up here if you haven’t seen it yet), you know I advised consumers to start their Black Friday shopping for several weeks ago. My advice today is to keep comparison shopping and add some of the stores that WalletHub.com recommends as the best, and of course, leave those at […]
If you haven’t heard of the sport of pickleball, you soon will. Simply turn on the TV and on any given weekend you’ll see players competing in tournaments and leagues across the country and around the world. Yes, over 70 countries now have people playing the fun sport of pickleball. Television shows like Good Morning […]
Wealth, Freedom, Fortune. These are the things that most people dream of. And for good reason – who doesn’t want to be wealthy and free? But the sad truth is that becoming a millionaire is hard. Like, really hard. In fact, most people will never become millionaires. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try! If […]
Financial worry can be defined as fear or stress related to one’s financial situation. It is normal to feel some degree of financial worry from time to time, but when it becomes excessive, it can lead to anxiety and even depression. Some of the common symptoms of financial worry include difficulty concentrating, insomnia, irritability, and […]
