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1 week ago | 
moneytalksnews.com | Kathleen Coxwell
TetianaKtv / Shutterstock.comEditor's Note: This story originally appeared on Boldin. In uncertain times like these, it’s natural to ask: What’s next? What are the future economic possibilities? Are we heading into a recession? Could stagflation make a comeback? Or are we on the edge of a bull market with clear skies ahead?
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1 week ago | 
boldin.com | Kathleen Coxwell
Kathleen Coxwell
April 15, 2025
Statistically speaking, women lag behind men when it comes to being ready for retirement. Research consistently shows that women are less financially prepared. However, awareness is growing and some trends are slowly improving. The really good news? It is never too late for retirement planning for women.
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1 week ago | 
boldin.com | Kathleen Coxwell
Looking for the best books on retirement planning to guide your next chapter? Whether you’re preparing to retire, already navigating life after work, or simply want to make smarter choices with your money and time, the right book can change everything.
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1 week ago | 
moneytalksnews.com | Kathleen Coxwell
Editor's Note: This story originally appeared on Boldin. Your longevity is one of the most significant unknowable factors that determine how much you need for retirement, how much you can spend, how much time you have to do the things you want to do and more. Estimating your longevity using one of the best life expectancy calculators can be a good way to improve the accuracy of your retirement financial and lifestyle projections.
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1 week ago | 
boldin.com | Kathleen Coxwell
In uncertain times like these, it’s natural to ask: What’s next? What are the future economic possibilities? Are we heading into a recession? Could stagflation make a comeback? Or are we on the edge of bull market and clear skies ahead? While no one can predict the future with certainty, understanding the range of possible economic scenarios—and how they impact your financial plans—is one of the smartest moves you can make.
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1 week ago | 
boldin.com | Kathleen Coxwell
Life transitions (graduation, getting married, having kids, switching jobs, and retiring for example) can be exciting, but confusing times. You experience big changes to your every day routine and all aspects of your life. Here is a guide to what those transitions mean and how to navigate them effectively. After a nearly devastating set of personal crises – cancer, near bankruptcy and more – Bruce Feiler spent five years talking to people about their biggest life transitions.
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1 week ago | 
boldin.com | Kathleen Coxwell
No one thinks it is a good idea to take financial advice from random people on Facebook. However, Boldin users prove time and time again to be a savvy group with rational and useful guidance for each other. Here are 7+ very insightful reactions to last week’s tariff turmoil. (Just be sure to remember that this is not advice.
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2 weeks ago | 
moneytalksnews.com | Kathleen Coxwell
Editor's Note: This story originally appeared on Boldin. Are tariffs a powerful economic incentive to restore American manufacturing? Or a fast way to destroy globalism and/or the world’s economies? Are they a threat that will be quickly repealed? Or a long-lasting policy shift? Only time will answer these questions. And since we cannot tell the future, let’s take a look at the history of U.S. tariffs and explore their economic impact.
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2 weeks ago | 
moneytalksnews.com | Kathleen Coxwell
fizkes / Shutterstock.comEditor's Note: This story originally appeared on Boldin. Believe me, you are not alone if you have nervously asked yourself, your spouse or even a financial advisor: “Will my retirement savings last as long as I do?”Concerns about running out of money in retirement are almost universal — no matter how much money you have.
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2 weeks ago | 
moneytalksnews.com | Kathleen Coxwell
Monkey Business Images / Shutterstock.comEditor's Note: This story originally appeared on Boldin. Uncertainty. Fear. Confusion. Sacrifice. Acceptance. Anger. Excitement. There is a lot going on with the economy lately. And, strong emotions about developments in Washington and across the world are piled on top of worry about our personal finances. However, it is possible to strengthen your financial well-being, even in times of economic uncertainty.
