Can I Invest The Money In My HSA/FSA?
Posted: December 28, 2020
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) are both offered by employers and designed to ease the financial burden of healthcare. But there are major differences between these two types of plans. One notable difference is that HSA funds can be invested, while FSA funds cannot. How Is an HSA Different From an FSA? With both an HSA and an FSA you can...
Staying Mentally Healthy During The Winter Months
Posted: December 25, 2020
It’s easy to get the blues during the winter, particularly when the holidays are over. The skies are gray, the weather is cold, and it is more challenging to go outdoors and socialize with others. Some people solve this problem by wintering in warmer climates. If you don’t have that luxury, the following tips can help you make it through the winter months in a...
Beginner’s Guide To Mortgage Protection Insurance
Posted: December 22, 2020
If you have a mortgage on your home and your family is depending on you to make the payments, you may want to purchase mortgage protection insurance. This is a type of life insurance specifically designed to pay off your mortgage in the event of your death, so your family can remain in the home. Some mortgage protection insurance policies also provide benefits in the...
Preparing Your Home For The New Year
Posted: December 16, 2020
With all the holiday activities coming to an end, the New Year is a great time to give your home a fresh start. These tips can help you get your home clean, organized, and prepared for the winter months ahead. Clear Out the Clutter Christmas decorations, wrapping paper, and odds and ends that accumulate over the holidays and throughout the year can add to the...
What Happens When You Inherit A 401(k)?
Posted: December 13, 2020
A 401(k) is a tax-deferred, retirement savings account. When a person opens a 401(k), he or she names one or more beneficiaries to receive the remaining funds when the account holder dies. If you have inherited a 401(k), your options will depend on several factors, including your age, the account holder’s age at the time of death, and whether the account holder was your spouse....
