These articles are designed to encourage Baby-boomer Women to make a realistic assessment of their financial situation. Understanding their investments, credit rating, debts and income can help women create a sensible household budget. Financial experts offer advice on different types of financing, insurance, mortgages, legal issues and how retirement can affect Baby-boomer women's lifestyles. Financial crimes including identity theft is on the increase and learning how to protect themselves, women of all ages will be able to live a stress-free peaceful life.

What’s Your Financial IQ?

How much do you know about your money? Take this quiz and find out.

Eight Steps to Finding and Creating the Work You Love

By following a realistic step-by-step “vocationing” process, you can pursue your interests and passions to the job of your dreams. 

Notes from the Opt-Out Universe

We are getting off the career freeway that was paved by our feminist foremothers, and taking exits that lead us back to marriage and motherhood, financial dependence, cookies and gardening.

Talking to the Boss and Getting What You Want

Shorter hours, a pay raise, change of title, promotion  are all reasons to initiate a talk with the boss.

One More Time; Do Women Make Better Leaders than Men?

How come the bulk of the research out there points to the same ugly problems concerning women in leadership?

Getting Back on the Career Track

Nervous about how to “market yourself” to potential employers?

Tips to Help You Save Money on Auto Insurance

In many states, driving records and claims of people living in the same household as you, can affect your record and ability to get discounts, even when you have separate policies. 

Understanding Your Auto Insurance Policy

Many of us accept a policy that is presented to us by an Insurance Agent without questioning the terms.

Tips That Will Help Sell Your House

Having pets around the house is wonderful except when showing your home.

Beware of Extended Vehicle Warranties

I was advised that the warranty company refused to pay for the repair which would cost $1000+

How Much Do You Know About Your Money?

When you consider that on the average, women live six years longer than men. You might find yourself sorting through documents you know nothing about.  

An Exciting New Way to Test Drive a Career Change

Taking a dream job holiday can help you decide if you should take that leap into something totally new.

Nip and Tuck Your Buck

With the dust of corporate collapse and fraud still lingering in the air, the challenge is to know who to trust and where to place your faith.

Reverse Mortgage:  A Dignified Way for Retirees to Supplement Income and Take Care of Expenses

Reverse mortgage helps many retirees cope with their financial difficulties and more importantly, helps them to have a way to retain their independence and dignity.

Cash Out 401K to Pay Bills or Pay Off Debt

There are many ways you can pay off your debt and bills before touching your 401K or your other retirement funds.

How a Millionaire Manages One Dollar

Learn how to manage a single dollar so that you can move up to the financial big-leagues on your own.

Preventing Identity Theft

It is considered by law enforcement to be an absolute epidemic, the fastest growing crime in the United States at this time.

Options Available for Automotive Financing

Before deciding on the loan, you should take the time to explore all of the options that are available to you.

Car Insurance: Types of Insurance You Need to Understand

For car buyers, an effort needs to be made on the part of insurance companies to provide information on the different types of auto insurance available.

Know How to Take Your Lumps

Your distribution may be taxed at your ordinary income tax rate.

Last Will And Testament Planning Is Necessary

Ready to start thinking about your Last Will and Testament but don't know where to start?

Cover Your Assets!!!

Unless you take proactive steps to protect your wealth, you stand a substantial risk of losing it.

Does the Early Bird Get the Worm?

The decision of when to take these benefits can make a big impact on retirement income.

Federal Reserve Bank – Controlling Mortgage Interest Rates

Every time the board of directors meets, mortgage interest rates are at risk.

5 Ways Poor Credit Scores Cost You Extra Money

Did you know that your credit history can keep you from getting utility connections, good telephone rates, the best auto insurance, home owner's insurance, or even keep you from getting hired?

Feathering Your Retirement Nest

The average householder 65 or above earns only two-fifths as much as earners age 45-54.

Prenuptial Agreements  -  Who Needs Them?

With today's divorce rate hovering around 50%, a prenuptial agreement may be one of the most prudent decisions in your life.

Divorce – Lower Cost Alternatives to an Attorney

Now there are more options than ever before for anyone facing a divorce.

Medicare and Your Health

If you are covered by Medicare, you likely qualify for a number of benefits that could help prevent life-threatening illnesses.

Retirement Tax Havens

Choosing a home, particularly a retirement home, involves many factors.

Debt Settlement vs. Debt Consolidation  –  Which Option is Better?

Before choosing either option, educate yourself on the pros and cons of each.

Ways to Resolve a Credit Report Dispute

A person can report and correct errors in their credit report by following two easy steps.

Ten Things You Might not have Known about Social Security

Most people don’t know much more about it

Lower Your Car Insurance Premiums

Auto insurance premiums vary greatly from one insurance company to another.

A New Way to Buy Prescriptions

I am personally on a bunch of medications so I compared some of the prices.

How to Find the Best Service in Town

Need to find an air conditioning repair man or plumber? How about a contractor to do your kitchen remodel, an eye doctor, or a lawyer to draft your will?

Early Distributions from Retirement Plans

There's one catch, however, for people who are under 59 1/2 years old.

An Offer You Can't Refuse?

The offer of early retirement can affect those who choose to stay with the company.

Deciding When to Use Home Equity

Home equity loans aren't always the best option.

Comparing Credit Card Interest Rates

You might find yourself wondering exactly how you can sort through all of the promotional rates.

What's the Difference Between: A Lawyer, Solicitor, Advocate, Barrister, Counselor, and an Attorney?

Some of the terms are from the English legal system, some are from Scotland and some from the American legal system.

Why Have a Budget?

Many people know the importance of it, yet do not have one.

How to Get a Free Credit Report & What it Means to You

It is recommended that consumers check their credit file every six months to ensure that information is accurate.

Developing a Successful Home Budget

They start thinking about retirement and realize that they have saved a woefully inadequate amount of money.

Compound Interest Doesn't Add Much to Your Wealth

Your money has to be invested and earning interest above the inflation rate or you are getting poorer.

Investing without Brakes is Hazardous to Your Portfolio

The most effective defensive brake system for your money is a stop-loss order on your stocks.

Leverage is the Only Way to Wealth

If you are creative enough, you could probably create a lever on anything that can provide an income.

Maximum Return on Your Credit Cards

Getting the most from your card is like going into battle.

Curing Yourself from Leaky Wallet Syndrome

The difficulty with holding onto money is that it only takes a single weakness to lose it entirely.

Ten Tips to Protect Seniors from Financial Crimes

Each year, tens of thousands of senior citizens are victimized by crimes motivated by economic gain.

When Love is Not Enough

To avoid future financial regrets, put a solid plan into place now.

Confused by all the Mortgage Options?  Here’s Help

Before you start looking for a home, make sure you understand the pros and cons of each type of loan.

Don’t Let Your Home Be Underinsured

Homeowners should review their policy each year on renewal to make sure they have enough coverage.

Got Wealth? Here's Five Simple Reasons Most People Won't Get Rich...and How You Can!

Here are five simple reasons most people will never get rich and how to make sure you do.

Knowing When to Consult a Lawyer

The legal world can be very confusing, frustrating, and frightening to many of us.

Medical Malpractice Defined

Malpractice occurs when the medical professional neglects to perform his or her duties on a timely and efficient manner.

Flexible Payment Mortgages

Would you like to be able to vary your mortgage payment depending on your cash flow?

Ten Ways to Transition Yourself into Retirement

You have to plan the amount of money you need and what you want to accomplish with your savings.