Links Archives: Education and Finance

Retirement Essentials with Mary Beth Franklin – WEALTHTRACK.com PBS » Click for more

Published on September 04, 2015 Retirement essentials with award winning personal finance journalist and Social Security expert Mary Beth Franklin. Why you need a new balancing act for a secure retirement. WEALTHTRACK #1211 Broadcast on September 4, 2015 SOURCE: wealthtrack.com

What does it take to be vulnerable? by CARLO ALCOS » Click for more

Vulnerability is vital in living a fulfilling life. But in a society where this is synonymous with weakness, how does one go about it? I JUST WATCHED Brene Brown’s latest TED talk, called Listening to shame. It’s a follow up to her hugely popular talk on vulnerability, which inspired me to write this post. Dr…. Read more »

Rebuilding your credit history & score with mindfulness » Click for more

It can be a struggle for some people to get their financial reputation in order during tough life times. I’ve heard painful stories of how having poor/bad credit has adversely impacted the lives of truly good people who found themselves unable to find a good apartment, a good job, even finding love. Let alone good… Read more »

Understanding your FICO 8 score & its modern update – The New FICO 9 » Click for more

Your credit score influences the credit that’s available to you and the terms (interest rate, etc.) that lenders offer you. It’s a vital part of your credit health. When you apply for credit – whether for a credit card, a car loan, or a mortgage – lenders want to know what risk they’d take by… Read more »

Expert Advice on Understanding & Maximizing Social Security Retirement Benefits – WealthTrack PBS » Click for more

About this episode: How to maximize your social security benefits, the only source of guaranteed income most older Americans can count on. Award winning financial planner and retirement expert Mary Beth Franklin shares how to maximize social security benefits for you and your loved ones by offering key advice and strategies for every eligible American…. Read more »

Top College or Gradaute Dreams On Your Mind? Get geat sites & some mindful tips. » Click for more

My nephew Charles applied to various national and liberal arts colleges this past year. And like any proud & loving uncle, I supported his mom & dad in keeping him balanced as we encourage him to think big during this exciting and demanding time of his life. I’d like to share mindful words of support… Read more »

Credit Karma & Credit Sesame – EXPERT FINANCIAL WEB TOOLS » Click for more

Getting your financials in order is critical in living a life in balance.  TRUTH is like it or not, your credit score is a reflection of your financial reputation, which may open doors to your life dreams or make it incredibly difficult for you in achieving them. From those whose financial reputations may be tarnished… Read more »