Market Watch recently published “I really don’t want to work until I’m 67, I’m 57, make $100,000 a year, and have $300K in my 401(k). But I’m worried about my spending and have debt. Who can help?” The article provided some basic tips such as recommending this person use their income to pay off the debt (vs using their savings), change their spending habits and make sure they’re funding their retirement. [Read more…]
Your Mortgage and Home Equity should be part of your Financial Planning
January 9, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Retirement, random thoughts and your mortgage
May 3, 2018 by Leave a Comment
I read an interesting article about planning for retirement. This is a topic that I find very important. I’m not a financial planner, however as a Mortgage Professional I see a financial snapshot of what people have when applying for a mortgage. I concur with this article from CNBC, most people do not have enough money saved up for their golden years. [Read more…]
Happy Birthday, Son!
September 4, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Today is my son’s birthday. Although to me, it seems like just yesterday he was toddling around in his Barney slippers, he is now entering his third year of college. I simply could not be more proud of him.
The one piece of advice that I would offer anyone with children is to start saving for your child’s education NOW if having your son or daughter attend college is important to you. I’m thankful that I’m able to help my son out with his tuition. He does have student loans…however I’m at least able to help contribute. I set up an auto-payment into a 529 account years ago and before that, bought savings bonds. I didn’t miss what was taken from my checking account. Of course it did take a hit in recent years – but I’m still so glad I’ve been able to save some money for him.
Which mortgage is best for you? Consider your retirement and savings accounts.
May 5, 2012 by Leave a Comment
On my recent post, Comparing 15 and 20 Year Fixed Rates, a reader asks how do I decide which program is best for my clients? The short answer is: I don’t. The decision of what type of mortgage to select is up to my client (assuming they qualify for the shorter term mortgage with the higher payment, of course). I feel it is my duty to help my clients understand the mortgage programs, so they can make an educated decision and to provide them with various scenarios to consider. [Read more…]
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