April

April

HOT TOPIC: New Rules Likely Making Credit Cards More Expensive
New rules designed to limit credit-card issuers from quietly raising interest rates and fees will undoubtedly help consumers become more aware of the terms and conditions on their credit cards. But the real news is that the Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009 (CARD) may actually be making credit cards more expensive to use.

Getting Something for Giving
Charitable trusts may help your charity of choice while also providing you with potential tax benefits.

An Average Way to Invest
Dollar-cost averaging might help investors make the most of a highly volatile period.

Interest Rates: Be Ready for Anything
There is a strategy to help bondholders limit the risk of continued low rates and put them in a position to benefit if the rates go higher.

Shelter Your Retirement Lifestyle
An umbrella liability insurance policy takes effect in the event that the limits of your primary insurance policies are exhausted.

A Graceful Departure
An exit strategy is important for any business owner who plans to leave the company he or she has nurtured and built.