The Financial Translator

#18 – Social Security Inflation Adjustment for 2023 – 8.7%

My topic today covers the 2023 SS inflation adjustment – a silver lining in this cloudy inflationary environment.

#17 – Market Update August 31 2022

My topic today is an overview of the markets through 9/30/2022.  Also check out the graphs on my blog.

#16 – Fall Benefits Enrollment – Take a Closer Look

My topic today covers annual benefits enrollment.  Don’t just default to last year’s choices.

#15 – Market Update August 31 2022

My topic today is an overview of the markets through 8/31/2022.  Also check out the graphs on my blog.

#14 – College Funding in Action: 529 Withdrawals and Student Loan Moratorium

My topic today is providing tips on withdrawing 529 funds for college bills and a heads-up to the end of student loan moratorium on 9/1/22.

#13 – Market Update July 31 2022

My topic today is an overview of the markets through 7/31/2022.  Also check out the graphs on my blog.

#12 - Summer job? What to do with initial earnings.

Investment considerations for someone with first earnings, summer job, etc.

#10 – Are Social Security and Medicare Going to Last?

My topic today is SS and Medicare funding status.  Will they be around for you? Follow along in easy Q & A format.

#9 – Market Update May, 31 2022

My topic today is an overview of the markets through 5/31/2022.  Also check out the graphs on my blog post.

#8 – 529 Plans: What Are They and How Do I Use Them?

My topic today is 529 Plans. Know the two main types.  Follow along in easy Q & A format.