Most people think of financial planning when they think of preparing for retirement. However, the psychological side of retirement is often overlooked.  When people aren't mentally prepared for retirement, the change can be harder than it needs to be.

Debt can be a killer to solid Financial and Retirement Planning.  Student loan debt can derail your financial planning.  We will share with you some alternatives to creating a successful career without the burden of large student loans.

Some people are experiencing a mental toll during COVID, and the focus is shifting from the physical illness to the emotional downsides.  There are some positive habits you can form now that you might not have done without this period of uncertainty.

It seems everyday we hear negative and conflicting information on the news, Facebook, family and friends.  However there are also many positive things happening during this unprecedented change.  This week we are sharing some positive thoughts and how to connect with others during this period of sheltering at home.

Is a ROTH IRA a good idea for you? It depends on your situation. Kevin and Karin outline the benefits of a ROTH IRA and how it's different from a traditional IRA.

Can you benefit from the newly passed CARES act? Kevin and Karin explain the details of the new legislation and how it could potentially affect retirement planning.

If I could tell my younger self something I know now that I didn't know then, it would be it doesn't matter what other people think of you.  Confidence in how you are and who you are becoming can insulate you from people that aren't thinking about what is truly best for you.  You only have one life to live so make it awesome.

If I could tell my younger self something I know now that I didn't know then, it would be to start saving sooner.  Developing a habit of consistent saving is more important than the amount.  So start saving now if you don't already.

What do you do when life throws you a curve ball?  When troubling times hit, you often have no control over the events, but you can control how you react to them.  You can choose not to panic and be positive instead.

• Know your risk profile
• What is your investment time horizon?
• What is the Rule of 100? And how do we utilize this rule of thumb?