Should You Invest in Bitcoin For Retirement?

by | Jun 14, 2017 | BDE, Retirement

If you’ve been paying attention to the financial news lately, you’ve probably heard about Bitcoin. In case you haven’t (or want a refresher): Bitcoin is what’s known as a cryptocurrency and digital payment system. Essentially, Bitcoin can be exchanged for goods and...

How The Gender Wage Gap Can Affect Your Retirement

by | May 31, 2017 | BDE, Retirement

When you hear the phrase “pay gap,” the figure 78 cents likely comes to mind. While the fact that women earn 78 cents to a man’s dollar is still an unfortunate reality, there’s a figure that possibly even more alarming: $418,800. That’s the amount a woman loses over a...

3 IRA Myths You Can’t Afford to Believe

by | May 23, 2017 | BDE, Retirement

The world of finance and retirement can be confusing for the average passerby. So it’s no small wonder that many half-truths and misinterpretations about retirement investments have been accepted as gospel. To help you become a better long-term investor, we’ve...

The Retirement Rules You Can Ignore

by | May 8, 2017 | BDE, Retirement

Sometimes, rules are meant to be broken. I’m not referring to anything illegal, but there are some retirement rules that shouldn’t necessarily be followed. Retirement is a complex task, so there are plenty of rules of thumb that exist in an attempt to make this...

3 Financial Mistakes to Avoid in Your 30s

by | May 1, 2017 | BDE, Retirement

Your thirties can present a new series of financial challenges, and that can come with its fair share of potential mistakes. Many in their thirties tend to see higher expenses, such as having a child and buying a home, coupled with a greater need to start investing...