One of the ways I keep my important documents safe is by storing them in a safety deposit box at my local bank. For me, it is a security blanket in case anything ever happens to my home. For my box, I pay an annual fee of $28, that is … [Read more...]
Thinking Ahead: In Case of Emergency, Think ICE
Source: ian_crowther No one likes to think an emergency is going to happen to us, but occasionally, we all face unexpected events. Sometimes, those include emergencies. Car wreck. Sudden illness. Injury. Even if the emergency doesn't … [Read more...]
Thinking Ahead: Do You Have an Emergency Fund?
An emergency fund is an account that is used to set aside funds to be used in an emergency. The purpose of the fund is to improve financial security by creating a safety net of funds that can be used to meet emergency expenses as well as reduce … [Read more...]
Thinking Ahead with Life Insurance
Life insurance. It is supposed to take care of your family after your death, right? You hear a lot about life insurance, and the need for it on television, but what exactly does life insurance do for you? Is it really necessary? Is having a life … [Read more...]
Thinking Ahead: Prepare for the Future with a Will
No one likes to think about death. The thing is, the death rate is 100 percent; one day, each of us will die. What happens so many times, is people are not prepared for death, or the death of a loved one. "Think Ahead Thursday" will be tips, … [Read more...]