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From money management basics to complex retirement planning, we've got resources to help you navigate life's challenges.

Deciding who gets your money when you pass away isn’t always just a matter of selecting a person. Your life insurance policy rules and state laws may affect or even restrict your choices. So, when deciding who your life insurance beneficiary should be, it’s important to ask yourself eight questions before choosing a beneficiary.
Read MoreLet’s face it, what happens when you pass away just isn’t an easy topic to think about or even a topic you want to mull over often. On top of that, there are misconceptions about what life insurance offers, how to buy it, and what the policy rules are. However, if the idea of protecting your family and ensuring their future is something you value, why not take the time to find out the facts and make an informed decision?
Read MoreAmerican consumers’ top three financial concerns are health coverage, savings goals, and living expenses.1 What if we told you their fourth financial concern, life insurance, had the potential to solve for the first three? Let’s take a look at some reasons to LOVE life insurance and what it could do for you.
Read MoreNow, more than ever, women are taking ownership of their finances, asking tough questions, and making the choices that are best for their situations. However, a large percentage of women also don’t feel confident about their retirement planning.
Read MoreRetirement should be a time for rest and relaxation. But retiring isn’t always that simple. There are some costs you might not expect. Here are some expenses you might want to look out for when you are planning for retirement.
Read MoreCreating a budget and sticking to it is one important financial move you can make. A budget can help you spend less time wondering where your money went and you’ll be actively working to achieve your goals. In other words, a budget can help you take some control of your life. Here are six ways to help you start crafting your budget.
Read MoreRetirement is something a lot of people look forward to experiencing. Whether it’s traveling, starting a long-desired hobby, or spending more time with the grandkids, your retirement will likely be spent doing the things you never had the time for when you were still working. However, without a career to structure your days, you may find you have an abundance of time on your hands.
Read MoreAre food prices straining your budget? It might be time to reevaluate your shopping strategies and eating habits. The cost of groceries can be a big household expense, but with a few changes, you could save a lot. Here are some tips:
Read MoreLife is full of milestones. Graduating college, getting married, buying a house, and starting a family are all momentous occasions, each of which brings financial responsibility. But what happens to those financial responsibilities if you pass away before they are taken care of?
Read MoreFiguring out how much insurance you need may seem like an impossible task, but estimating a ballpark amount of coverage isn’t as hard as you might think. You can make a sound estimate if you take the time to consider your finances and what your loved ones will need in the future.
Read MoreWhen it comes to retirement, you want to be as prepared as possible. You do not want to just set and forget the money and assets you are putting toward your golden years. To help ensure everything is on track, it is a good idea to review your retirement savings plan at least once a year or whenever something significant happens in your life. If you have not looked over your plan in the last 12 months, now could be the time to review it. Here are some questions you could ask yourself as you review your plan.
Read MoreHaving a child is incredibly exciting, but it can also be expensive and stressful. To get ready for your new child and all the emotional and financial changes that come with raising a newborn, you should do some planning. Here are some tips to help you welcome the newest addition to your family and help keep your family finances in order!
Read MoreMany teenagers looking to go to college are under the impression that their parents will foot the bill. However, the reality is that most parents are not able to cover that entire cost. To help your kid afford higher education, it is important to have open and honest communication about the costs. Here are a few important discussion strategies.
Read MoreThere are many reasons why you may not have already started saving for your retirement. But it’s not too late. You can still build a comfortable nest egg if you make a plan. Here are a few tips that can help you secure your financial future.
Read MoreIf you care about your health you get a checkup by your doctor once a year. The same idea should be applied to your finances. Evaluating your financial standing annually will help keep your money and assets healthy, and ensure you’re on track with managing your money.
Read MoreYou may be more familiar with buying life insurance for yourself or a family member as death benefit protection, but are you aware of the role it can play in business planning?
Read MoreDiscussing financial goals with your family can be hard. Whether it’s your spouse, parents or kids, it can sometimes be difficult to find the right approach. To openly communicate about money in a positive and productive way, here are some tips to help break the ice and make financial discussions second nature.
Read MorePaying off your debt and saving for retirement are two, very big priorities in your financial life. Unfortunately, many of us have a difficult time choosing which one is more important. However, if you’ve been wrestling with the choice, the good news is that you don’t have to. It is possible to save for retirement and get rid of debt at the same time with some good money management.
Read MoreMidland National annuity myth busting: answering your annuity questions
Thursday 25 June 2020 | Reading Time: 3 minutesAnnuities are often misunderstood. Many people may find them difficult to understand and navigate these insurance products due to misinformation, rumors, and myths. As a result, many individuals are put off from the idea of purchasing an annuity.
Read MoreYou don’t need to give up your exercise routine just because the coronavirus is keeping you at home. There are a variety of fitness activities you can do in self-quarantine to stay healthy. Here are some suggestions to get your body moving, even if you don’t have access to gym equipment.
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