Tim Parker

Even in this charge-it world, there are times when having cash on hand is handy, especially when traveling out of the country. Sure, there are plenty of places waiting to make a currency exchange quick and easy. But that almost […]

If you have been arrested, no matter what for, one of the first things that happens during the booking process is the mug shot. States have different laws governing the public availability of criminal records, but many make mug shots

If you are a homeowner with a conventional mortgage who makes monthly payments on your home, you may have heard about biweekly mortgage payment programs as an alternative to traditional payment plans. The way to do this is by paying

Are your retirement savings a little low? You’re not alone. In fact, about 1 in 5 (21%) of Baby Boomer workers has less than $50,000 saved for retirement, according to the Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies 2023 survey. If you’re

The Internet has changed the way we live our lives. Not long ago, purchasing stock was not as easy as it is now. The order went through a complex network of brokers and specialists before the execution was completed. In

It’s not cheap to go to a major league sporting event. There are many reasons for this. Sports venues are now pricing tickets in the same way that secondary markets have done for many years. What’s more, the cost varies

When you think of Medicare, you probably assume it’s for retirees. And that’s true. The standard age of eligibility is 65. But the program also covers people with disabilities and those with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) and ALS (Lou Gehrig’s

Should you downsize your home when you retire? The answer depends on your individual circumstances. Factors to consider include your goals (such as travel), the related costs, and health issues. Weighing all the factors will help you decide if downsizing

There’s a lot of confusion about what financial advisors actually do. But things needn’t be so complicated. Here are five things that you need to know about financial advisors. Key Takeaways Financial professionals cover many different aspects of financial health,

Similar to any government website, ssa.gov, the official site of the Social Security Administration, is full of helpful information. Finding what you need in the long list of publications, forms, and other web resources, however, is not always easy. Here