What you can do if inflation leads to a recession
By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer
REGION - Inflation is on the minds of just about everyone these days. But could it get even worse? Is...
We’re Not In Bedrock and You’re Not with ‘The Flintstones’
By Dennis Sullivan & Associates, Counselors at Law
You may recall the popular television show of the 1960’s “The Flintstones” who lived in the town...
Social Security announces 1.6 percent benefit increase for 2020
Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for nearly 69 million Americans will increase 1.6 percent in 2020, the Social Security Administration recently...
Surprenant & Beneski P.C. encourages early estate planning
By Liz Nolan, Contributing Writer
REGION - Learning about power of attorney, trusts, wills and health directives does not need to be overwhelming. The legal...
What happens to your debt when you die?
By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer
REGION - When people think about planning for their eventual demise, the focus is usually on assets. But what about...
Are annuities right for you?
By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer
REGION - For decades, people have been buying annuities for a lot of reasons that sounded positive. They are long-term...
Tips on coping with inflation
By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer
REGION – Costs are higher when you pump gas, go to the grocery store, and pay for many other necessities....
AARP helping to make sense of money matters in March
By Mike Festa, AARP Massachusetts State Director
With a new year and tax season upon us, a lot of us start to think about money...
When to start collecting Social Security is one of the most important retirement decisions
By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer
REGION – When should you start collecting Social Security? Anytime you want once you reach age 62. That’s a fact....
IRS launches ambitious plan to improve customer service
By Debbie Spingarn, Contributing Writer
REGION - When Teresa Fern, 52, of Norfolk had her social security number stolen, the IRS (Internal Revenue Service) was...
