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Understanding Social Security Benefits for Illinois Retirees
You’re sitting on your porch in Chicago, sipping coffee and watching the leaves change color. Retirement is on the horizon, and you’re wondering how Social
Market Performance: Consumer Sentiment Doesn’t Tell the Whole Story
As we approach 2025, headlines about consumer sentiment continue to dominate financial news cycles. While November’s University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index reading of 71.8
Handling Social Security Benefits After Divorce
Divorce brings numerous financial considerations to the forefront, and Social Security benefits are often an overlooked aspect of post-divorce planning. Understanding how divorce affects your
Planning for Long-Term Care in Retirement: What Illinoisans Need to Know
In the heart of the Midwest, Illinois retirees face a unique challenge that often goes unspoken: the prospect of needing long-term care. For child-free adults,
Retirement Plan Changes Coming in 2025
The retirement planning rulebook is getting a facelift in 2025 as more provisions of the SECURE Act 2.0 take effect. Whether you’re just starting your
Dividing Marital Assets Fairly
The process of dividing marital assets during a divorce can be one of the most challenging and emotionally charged aspects of ending a marriage. It’s
Downsizing Done Right: Simplifying Your Life for Retirement
Picture this: You’re standing in your living room, surrounded by decades of memories, knick-knacks, and furniture. As a child-free retiree, you’re faced with a unique
