Magazine Archive
Magazine Archive
POWER LUNCH: Veterans Build Bridges and Confront Loneliness
The founder of Building Bridges, an initiative to foster veterans’ healing through shared monthly lunches, remembers the first not-so-successful gathering in Northampton at the old World War II club. “One veteran came,” he says. “You could hear a pin drop.” But a seed was planted, and three had lunch the next week.
The “Fs” of Thanksgiving: Family, Food, Football and Fiduciaries
Between food and football, estate planning might not be at the forefront of your mind this Thanksgiving, but it is the perfect time to revisit your estate plan. The family and friends you gather with this time of year are the most likely individuals to serve as your fiduciaries – the key players in your estate plan.
What the Federal Reserve Rate Cut Means for Mortgage Rates
What do people 50 and older fear most about aging?
Their biggest concerns, according to recent research by AARP, is that their physical health and cognitive ability might deteriorate. They might lose their independence or have to rely on others.
Facing Your Financial Fears Can Be Empowering
What do people 50 and older fear most about aging?
Their biggest concerns, according to recent research by AARP, is that their physical health and cognitive ability might deteriorate. They might lose their independence or have to rely on others.
Understanding Medicare Part D Changes in 2025
We are officially in a new economic cycle. The long-anticipated September Federal Reserve meeting brought news many economists had predicted: the Federal Reserve lowered its Federal Funds Rate by 0.5%. This marks the first cut since March 2020. The Fed Funds Rate is the rate at which banks lend to each other overnight. Lowering this rate stimulates the economy by reducing credit card rates, promoting hiring, and keeping unemployment low. However, it may also lead to lower yields on savings accounts and certificates of deposit.