The short answer is “yes.” Grief is a natural and powerful response to loss that can sometimes overwhelm us. And, few of us grieve in the same way. We might experience it emotionally, physically, or cognitively, but for most of us, grief becomes manageable over time, even if the pain doesn’t fully go away. …
When 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…
There are Few Feelings Worse than Being EXPOSED. Before you go deleting your browser history—don’t worry—I’m not talking about anything sinister here. More along the lines of… Exposed for doing or saying something hypocritical. Exposed for not doing the right thing. Exposed for bad planning. But we learn from the pain. And if you’re in…
First, the Ankle Like many baby boomers, I participated in many sports and served in the military. For the most part, other than some incidental injuries, I made it to my ‘60’s’ and felt I would be able to continue to be active as I approached retirement and whatever followed. Well, my body answered very…
Alexandra Ginieres Chief Marketing Officer, MGIS The ability to earn an income is what funds your lifestyle, your family, and ultimately, your future. Reliable income is the foundation of a sound financial plan; without it, financial consequences can be devastating and long-lasting. Luckily, we have the means to ensure a more stable future and…
My entire career, I’ve been told that “stories sell, not features.” This is so true because nobody cares about the products themselves, people only care about what a product can do for them. To know what something can do for you, you must put yourself in a scenario where you see yourself benefiting from it.…
The short answer is “yes.” Grief is a natural and powerful response to loss that can sometimes overwhelm us. And, few of us grieve in the same way. We might experience it emotionally, physically, or cognitively, but for most of us, grief becomes manageable over time, even if the pain doesn’t fully go away. …
Happy New Year! Wait…aren’t we a little early (or a lot late) for that greeting? The truth is that for many people, September is the “real” new year, despite what the calendar says. And it’s easy to see why—after all that was traditionally the time we came back to school in a new outfit, maybe…
You 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…
When 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…
