Planning is the Key to Retiring
One of my favorite shows to watch is Caribbean Life - a novel program that helps you imagine what living on an island might be like. You watch individuals, couples and even families look at real estate on beautiful islands in the Bahamas, Virgin Islands, and beyond. Their home-buying budgets range from less than $100,000 to over a million dollars. I’m not sure I’m cut out to leave all of my family, friends, and neighbors to live on an island, as beautiful and lush as it may be. But it is fun to dream and imagine!
Stimulus Checks Are Coming… Oh My!
Several friends and family members have mentioned to me that they've received their stimulus checks from the IRS within the last week or so. Many are also receiving income tax refunds around this time. As a result, I've been reflecting on the best way to manage this money, and I suppose others are too. So allow me to share my thoughts and recommendations.