Higher interest rates are a double-edged sword
By Sharon Longo, Contributing Writer
REGION - Having some money set aside may provide a sense of security, but many people often feel insecure when...
Should you declare bankruptcy?
By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer
REGION - If you’re considering bankruptcy, there are a lot of lawyers in Massachusetts who can help. And many offer...
Are annuities right for you?
By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer
REGION - For decades, people have been buying annuities for a lot of reasons that sounded positive. They are long-term...
Should you convert to a Roth IRA?
By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer
REGION – For many people there is typically some confusion when it comes to retirement savings plans and how best...
IRS launches ambitious plan to improve customer service
By Debbie Spingarn, Contributing Writer
REGION - When Teresa Fern, 52, of Norfolk had her social security number stolen, the IRS (Internal Revenue Service) was...
Reverse mortgages: Frozen in place
By Alain Valles, CRMP, CSA, MS, MBA
Nonprofit Charitable Managing Director
As Managing Director of the self-funded nonprofit charitable mortgage company, Helping Hands Community Partners, our...
Properly managing student loan debt is even more important for older borrowers
By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer
REGION - Student loan debt is a heavy burden for people of all ages. But did you know that borrowers...
Tips on coping with inflation
By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer
REGION – Costs are higher when you pump gas, go to the grocery store, and pay for many other necessities....
Senior housing options education
By Alain Valles, CRMP, CSA, MS, MBA, Nonprofit Charitable Managing Director
Should I stay, or should I go?
To move or age in place? If you...
We’re Not In Bedrock and You’re Not with ‘The Flintstones’
By Dennis Sullivan & Associates, Counselors at Law
You may recall the popular television show of the 1960’s “The Flintstones” who lived in the town...
