If you’re in your mid-to-late 40s, the options to protect your income may be coming to an end. If you don’t have income-protection disability insurance, you may find it’s more difficult to get it and that the cost is increasing. Disability insurance? Yes, basic disability insurance is most affordable way to protect your income…
Read MoreIf you’re in your late 30s or older and still enjoy cycling, running, or other active sports, eventually you’re going bump up against the word “senior.” Like it or not, you may begin to hear yourself called a “senior” swimmer, pickleball player, or whatever your pastime is. The “Senior” Curse Let’s face it, the…
Read MoreA disability may challenge you when doing certain activities, but it doesn’t mean you can’t start running and managing a business. With the right mindset and tools required to get started, growing your business may be easier than you expected. Create a Business Plan and Execute Your Strategy The most effective way to plan…
Read MoreWhen it’s time to start a family, many parents-to-be are so focused on decorating the nursery and choosing the right car seat that they can overlook the life-altering impact a baby can have on their financial life. And we’re not just talking the exorbitant cost of diapers—we’re talking nearly 4 million dollars in “potential income.” These…
Read MoreA disability should not prevent you from living your best life. You still deserve to travel and enjoy the finer things. In addition to the fun, a vacation provides a chance to get physical activity and expand your boundaries and mind. But before you take off, do research to ensure your safety and comfort. Here…
Read MoreThe Results Can Be an Important Indicator of Your Life Expectancy When is the last time you tried standing on one leg? If you haven’t done that in a while, give it a try. Stand close to a wall or table for support. New research has shown that balancing on one foot is…
Read MoreThe lazy days of summer are great…unless your employees are feeling a little bit too much summer fever. Because even though it’s the time of year when we want to hit the pool, the beach or the park, the work still has to get done. However, employees have become more emphatic about “work/life” balance, and…
Read MoreThis article originally appeared on the American Fidelity blog. The current job market is nothing short of chaotic. Employees used the pandemic to reassess their career goals, and many are taking a hard look at what balance between work and life means. While the outlook for employees is positive and encouraging, it’s presenting great challenges…
Read MoreYou see them jogging with strollers or walking in the baby food aisle. Maybe you’re one yourself. Today, more women ages 40 – 44 are new mothers. After decades of decline, there has been a jump in the increase of older moms. In a recent analysis of census data by Pew Research Center, 86 percent…
Read MoreAt 26 years old and newly married, I was excited when the two pink lines on a pregnancy test indicated that I was expecting. From the start, I did all of the “right” things. I confirmed a viable pregnancy with my OB, waited until it felt “safe” to tell friends and family, scheduled all of…
Read MoreAs we celebrate Pride Month this June, the world’s LGBTQ+ communities have many hard-won achievements to recognize. In the United States, where the Pride movement began, acceptance of LGBTQ+ people is greater than in many other countries. Yet, the weight of continued discrimination and poor physical health and mental distress is taking a unique toll…
Read MoreEmbarking on a career path in business can lead to countless opportunities, whether young adults pursue corporate roles or entrepreneurship. For young adults with disabilities, the business world offers prospects for every interest and ability. These tips can help you prepare for each stage of working life in business. Choose the Right Degree Your choice…
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