by Manisha Thakor | Oct 18, 2011 | All Posts, Protect, Save, Spend
In the world of personal finance, we are often told what we should do. Alas, with the seemingly endless number of positive steps you can take, that approach can sometimes leave you feeling overwhelmed. Today I’d like to focus on something concrete, tangible, and...
by Manisha Thakor | Sep 20, 2011 | All Posts, Protect, Spend
It’s that time of year again, open enrollment period. This is the annual window where you can sign up for, or adjust, your participation in a variety of employee benefits that range from traditional health insurance to one of my favorites—flexible spending...
by Manisha Thakor | Aug 31, 2011 | All Posts, Invest, Protect, Reflect
There’s no doubt that resolving our debt crisis is important, but what is top of mind for many is to find ways to deal with our own household economic needs. Beyond broader economic solutions, the federal government should seek to implement policies that provide...
by Manisha Thakor | Jun 23, 2011 | All Posts, Invest, Protect, Save
Do you ever worry about ending up “a bag lady”? If so, you are not alone. And if current trends don’t change, that fear is not entirely irrational. Last week Merrill Lynch hosted an online presentation about the state of women & retirement. In...
by Manisha Thakor | May 19, 2011 | All Posts, Invest, Protect, Save
What’s Your Retirement Plan? A recent study by Transamerica’s Center for Retirement Studies concludes that for a large portion of folks, “never retiring” is their plan A. Alas, a significant percentage of the eager-to-keep-working population is...
by Manisha Thakor | Mar 8, 2011 | All Posts, Earn, Invest, Protect, Reflect
How Are American Women Doing? March 8th is International Women’s Day. Celebrated around the globe, each year there is a different focus. For 2011, “Equal access to education, Training and science and technology, Pathway to decent work for...
