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06/24/2026

Before skipping your daily walk, keep this in mind: regularly active adults can save up to $2,500 a year compared to couch potatoes.

Year after year, according to a 2025 report in Stronger Life. Think of your exercise routine as the retirement savings that you don't have to drain early.

Drop your non-negotiable habit below.

06/22/2026

Here’s some good news about 529 plans that could change how you think about education savings. For years, these accounts have been straightforward college savings vehicles: contributions grow tax-free, and withdrawals for qualified...

06/22/2026

Have you ever thought about who you'd want in your corner if something seemed off with your finances?

Investment firms are now required to ask clients for a trusted contact — someone they can reach out to if they notice unusual account activity or signs of cognitive decline. It's a simple step, but it can be a powerful protection against financial exploitation, which costs older Americans $27 billion a year.

Choosing the right person matters. Your trusted contact should be someone who is not only trustworthy, but also financially informed and committed to your best interests.

Not sure where to start? Our latest article walks you through everything you need to know.

This investment account question is vital and answered as early as possible.

06/17/2026

Can you put a dollar figure on being healthy?

One study that compared active and inactive adults found that healthcare costs are 9% to nearly 27% lower for those who stay "on the move," according to a landmark study by BMJ Journals.

When socking away money for retirement, savvy savers are not only accumulating money but also thinking about what they won't have to spend.

06/15/2026

☀️ Summer is here — and for many families, that means pool days are back!
Before you dive in, take a moment to make sure your backyard is as safe as it is fun. Drowning is the leading cause of death among children ages 1–4, but many of these tragedies are preventable.

From fencing and alarms to keeping a close eye on little ones, a few simple steps can make all the difference this swim season. 💙

Check out our latest article for 7 easy tips to keep your pool and spa safe all summer long.

Each year hundreds of children die or are injured in pool accidents. By taking seven steps, you can keep your pool safe.

06/12/2026

🎵 "Time is on my side..." — The Rolling Stones weren't just singing about love. Turns out, they had some solid financial advice, too.

When it comes to investing, starting early beats saving more. In fact, someone who invests for just 10 years in their 20s can nearly match someone who invests for 30 years starting a decade later — even putting in three times less money.

That's the magic of compound interest, and it works best when you give it one thing: time.

Whether you're just starting out or helping a young person in your life get a head start, the best day to begin is today.

See how starting early—not saving more—can be the most powerful move you make for your long-term future.

06/10/2026

Nearly half of healthy aging experts name physical activity as the single most important lifestyle habit for longevity, according to a September 2025 U.S. News & World Report article.

Not supplements. Not sleep hacks. Not anything you might read about on a social feed. Just movement. Plain and simple.

What habit has made the biggest difference for you?

06/08/2026

If you were planning to use balloons for a celebration this summer, you might want to start thinking about other, less expensive decorations. Helium spot prices have more than doubled since the Middle East crisis started in February....

06/01/2026

June marks Men's Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of men's health and encouraging the men in our lives to take charge of their well-being. Whether it's making healthier lifestyle choices,...

05/27/2026

Summer has a way of inviting us to exhale. And you should. School's out. Beaches are open. The pace is a little slower. These months have a way of reminding us what we're working toward in the first place. But the financial markets...