Posted: November 13, 2020
A 401(k) is a tax-deferred, employer-sponsored retirement savings plan that allows you to save and invest a portion of your paycheck. Your employer may contribute matching funds to your 401(k) account. The company may offer a choice of investment options, but you control how your 401(k) money is invested. What Are the Common 401(k) Investment Options? Employees can typically choose from a spread of mutual...
Posted: November 4, 2020
Special event insurance is not only for large events. This coverage is designed to protect you, the event holder, from liability, whether you are hosting a small wedding or a large company retreat. Coverage applies to third-party claims for bodily injury or property damage sustained during the event. Some special event insurance policies also provide cancellation coverage to reimburse you for lost deposits or other...
Posted: November 1, 2020
Most states have mandatory minimum auto insurance laws, but some people still drive without the required coverage. The Insurance Information Institute (III) reports that in a recent study, 13%, or one in eight drivers in the U.S. is operating a vehicle without insurance. Many such drivers cannot afford the cost of car insurance, which makes it difficult to collect damages after an accident. Fortunately, there...
Posted: October 28, 2020
“IRA” is an abbreviation for “Individual Retirement Account.” A traditional IRA and a Roth IRA are two different retirement options, each with its own pros and cons. Depending on your circumstances, either may be a good choice for growing your retirement dollars. What Is a Traditional IRA? A traditional IRA is a retirement account for pre-tax contributions. The funds in the account can be used...
Posted: October 20, 2020
What do America’s top three best-selling vehicles have in common? They’re all pickup trucks. It’s no secret that the U.S. has long been a truck-loving nation. But as automakers refine the ride and handling of pickups, more drivers are starting to see them as the jack-of-all-trades. After all, no other vehicle can boast the space and comfort of an SUV with the unmatched towing and...