Can you borrow against your life insurance policy?

Can You Borrow Against Life Insurance? Most people think of life insurance as a financial cushion that kicks in after their lifetime. But did you know that some policies can also provide a source of cash while you’re still living? Permanent life insurance policies come with a cash value component, which is like a savings […]

How to cancel a life insurance policy

Life insurance is designed to be with you for the long haul. People typically buy coverage that lasts years or even decades, providing a financial cushion through many of life’s unknowns. As life changes, though, you might decide that your policy isn’t right for you anymore. So, can you cancel life insurance? It’s possible to […]

Home for the holidays: Ideas for COVID-friendly celebrations

The decorations. The special recipes. The look on your son’s face when he unwraps that Lego set. The holidays are a time many of us look forward to all year – and we could all use an extra dose of cheer right now. With COVID-19 surging to new levels across much of the country, 2020 […]

4 alternatives to traditional gift-giving this holiday season

Sweaters have long replaced swimsuits and you’ve just about had your fill of pumpkin spice, which means the holiday season is upon us. It certainly can be the most wonderful time of the year, filled with parties, huge feasts with friends and families, and those songs about reindeer and chestnuts playing in every store and […]

5 ways to start the school year with less stress

Isn’t summertime great? Slow days in the sun, trips to the beach or dips in the pool, maybe the house is quiet because the kids are at camp. Ahh… Then back-to-school season arrives and yanks you from your summer reverie. Ahh! Staying on top of it all during this busy time of year can make […]

Affordable summer fun for every family

Ahh, the pleasures of summer … eating at your favorite restaurant’s patio, outdoor concerts, trips to the water park. The trouble is, all that summer fun can add up fast. Between family activities, camp, and extra childcare costs, summer puts a squeeze on many household budgets. One report found that parents spend an average of […]