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Why a Long-Term, Fixed-Rate Home Loan Makes Sense

aca_admin — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 01:16:00 GMT

The February 2012 issue of Kiplinger's features quotes from ACA members Mark Helm and Bert Whitehead in the article "Why a Long-Term, Fixed-Rate Home Loan Makes Sense" by Anne Kates Smith. The article notes that despite the uptick in homeowners choosing shorter-term loans, longer-term mortgages at today's low rates provide more flexibility.

After a Spouse Dies...Important Financial Steps to Take Right Away

aca_admin — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 01:21:00 GMT

ACA member Kathleen Rehl authored the article "After a Spouse Dies ... Important Financial Steps to Take Right Away" which was published in the January 15, 2012 issue of Bottom Line Personal.

Dr. Kathleen Rehl Featured on Homekeepers

aca_admin — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 13:52:58 GMT

ACA member Dr. Kathleen Rehl and her book Moving Forward on Your Own: A Financial Guidebook for Widows will be featured on the Christian Television Network show Homekeepers. The show featuring Dr. Rehl will air on Monday, January 16 at 5:30 am and 1 pm EST.

If you are interested in locating an advisor who specializes in working with widows click on the link to find an ACA member with this specialty.

6 Steps to Hiring a Financial Planner

aca_admin — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 01:13:00 GMT

The Morningstar article "6 Steps to Hiring a Financial Planner" by Mark Miller provides suggestions for those looking to hire a financial planner. He recommends ACA as a source of fee-only financial planners.

Footsteps to Follow in the Coming Year

aca_admin — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 23:55:00 GMT

ACA member Kathleen Rehl and her book Moving Forward On Your Own: A Financial Guidebook for Widows was featured in the New York Times article "Footsteps to Follow in the Coming Year" by Ron Lieber.

How to reduce your credit card debt: Minding Your Money

aca_admin — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 15:49:00 GMT

The Cleveland Plain Dealer article "How to reduce your credit card debt: Minding Your Money" by Teresa Dixon Murray features a quote from ACA member Ken Robinson. The article discusses ways to reduce credit card debt and Ken notes, "You can't break the debt cycle until you learn to live on what you have, not what you're borrowing."

When Gold Buyers Overpay

aca_admin — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 01:49:00 GMT

The Wall Street Journal article "When Gold Buyers Overpay" by Joe Light features a quote from ACA member Bert Whitehead. He notes, "Investors who have reached the point of wanting to own physical gold probably will want to have it easily accessible if an emergency strikes. So most should keep it in a safe at home that's bolted to ground."

7 Ways To Keep Calm In a Stormy Market

aca_admin — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 20:10:00 GMT

ACA member Connie Stone was featured in the SmartMoney article "7 Ways To Keep Calm In a Stormy Market" by Michael A. Pollock. In dealing with the stock market, Connie notes, "If you're holding a lot of cash, you are giving up an opportunity to benefit from that long-term appreciation."

Marriage: Couples That Save Together, Stay Together

aca_admin — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 02:31:36 GMT

The Fiscal Times article "Marriage: Couples That Save Together, Stay Together" by Julie Halpert provides tips on how to avoid financial pitfalls that can threaten a marriage. ACA member Susan Honig suggests that couples define what they want, along with the tradeoffs.

Three ways to cut financial stress

aca_admin — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 01:15:00 GMT

The Money Magazine article "Three ways to cut financial stress" by Kate Ashford provides recommendations to help get your finances under control. ACA member Ken Robinson suggests, "Making a detailed budget--a widely advised fix--only makes things worse, based on a decade of work with clients; the problem is that people hate to think about where they'll need to cut back."

"Is Cash King Again?

aca_admin — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 01:20:00 GMT

The Cleveland Plain Dealer article "Is Cash King Again?" by Teresa Dixon Murray discusses consumers who are starting to shy away from debit and credit cards and moving back to cash. The article features a quote from ACA member Ken Robinson.

5 financial rules for grieving spouses

aca_admin — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 18:41:00 GMT

ACA member Kathleen Rehl was quoted in the Pocono Record article "5 financial rules for grieving spouses" by Erin Baehr. The article lists five rules for widows to remember including:

1. No major decisions for one year.

2. Beware the financial wolves.

3. Don't run away from your house.

4. Be realistic and get an objective view of your finances.

5. Don't be a purse for others.

5 ways to weather market storms

aca_admin — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 18:08:00 GMT

The Consumer Reports article "5 ways to weather market storms" provides a checklist to ensure you are prepared for the next economic downturn. ACA member Al Davis tells his retired clients to keep their emergency cash reserves in an insured bank account or short-term Treasury securities while another bucket holds Treasury bonds of varying maturities and provides enough annual income to cover living expenses. A third bucket would contain a well-balanced portfolio of stocks and bonds for longer-range goals.

Get Over Treasuries

aca_admin — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 19:16:00 GMT

ACA member Connie Stone was featured in the Kiplinger's article "Get Over Treasuries" by Jeffrey R. Kosnett. "Treasuries are still suitable as part of an emergency reserve that places a higher value on safety than yield." says Connie Stone.

Tips To Remain Frugal At The Grocery Store

aca_admin — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 13:41:00 GMT

ACA member Dana Levit was quoted in the article "Tips To Remain Frugal At The Grocery Store" that appeared on the Boston CBS News. Dana cations shoppers to "be rationale" when considering sale items since marketers often offer discounted items to lure shoppers into the store, hoping they will also purchase non-sale items.