Long-Term Rates Are Creeping Higher

What’s fueling the rally? Provided by Misty Pittman   With all the election chatter and stock market volatility, it may have been easy to miss the ongoing uptrend in long-term interest rates.   The yield on the 10-year Treasury bond is sitting just below...

Managing Money as a Couple

What are the keys to prepare to grow wealthy together?  Provided by Misty Pittman   When you marry or simply share a household with someone, your financial life changes—and your approach to managing your money may change as well. The good news is that it is usually...

Speed Bumps & Headlines

Focus on your overall approach during times of short-term volatility. Provided by Misty Pittman   As an investor, it can be tempting to get caught up in daily news headlines. Consider how news about the election and COVID-19 vaccines have moved the markets over...

How and When to Sign Up for Medicare

Breaking down the enrollment periods and eligibility. Provided by Misty Pittman   Medicare enrollment is automatic for some. For those receiving Social Security benefits, the coverage starts on the first day of the month you turn 65.1   If you are not receiving...

2021 Limits for IRAs, 401(k)s and More

Numbers to know for the new year. Provided by Misty Pittman   On October 26, the Treasury Department released the 2021 adjusted figures for retirement account savings. Although these adjustments won’t bring any major changes, there are some minor elements to note....