Cambridge ArticlesDo You Still Need a Financial Advisor?It used to be that financial professionals were the sole source of data, information, and knowledge regarding investments. I have often mentioned that our clients pay us to read for them, and, in fact, many do use us as a shortcut to find the information they need. But others have found the Internet to be a 24/7 source of data, information, and knowledge. Read More » Kids: Sex and MoneyAs a society, we are on the verge of a massive intergenerational transfer of wealth. Over the next 20 to 30 years, the ability to successfully teach our children about money will be a critical dimension not only for our families but also for the continued development of our civilization. Read More » Is There a Wedding in Your Future?Congratulations to those with wedding plans. If you are like most future newlyweds, you are currently caught up in all the details of planning your wedding: picking your attire, flowers, and menu. One important detail many couples overlook is personal financial planning. Carefully planning now how you and your partner will handle finances can really pay off in the future. Read More » Good Debt vs. Bad DebtSome of us got the message as children that any debt at all was basically evil, maybe a necessary evil for a short time but not something that nice people did. Other families were always in debt, and many children expected that calls from bill collectors were a normal part of life. Seldom have we been taught the difference between "good" debt and "bad" debt. Read More » Money Market or Short-Term Bond Funds?Money market funds can be a good place to park cash temporarily or to salt away an amount equal to 10 percent of your income for use in emergencies. Short-term bond funds are also attractive as a place to park surplus cash and generally offer higher returns but at higher risk. Here's what you should know about both types of investments and how to use them. Read More » When Couples Disagree about MoneyFor many couples, money is a prickly topic. Conversations about the "m" word can rapidly escalate into accusations and hurt feelings. Some couples would rather avoid the topic than risk an argument. Read More » What Nobody's Told You about College Savings PlansArticles and advertisements for college savings plans (529 plans) are everywhere in the media lately. Are they worth the hype? Read More » |