With rising costs of homeownership, expectations for aesthetics, and the time it takes to manage it all, even high earners are finding it harder to justify or afford a second home. Even if it’s a rental! Smart financial planning is key to navigating these challenges.
Rethinking65 features Quentara Costa’s insight on how tax benefits for continuing care retirement communities can make them more affordable.
POWWOW, LLC was recently featured by Linda Lecomte, REALTOR® in her new Andover-area inspired website and newsletter Shop Dine the Andovers.
A fellow blogger liked my approach to personal finance by making S.M.A.R.T goals. Read how she implemented this into her life and own blog! https://doingthingsdifferent.net/saving-money-think-s-m-a-r-t/
Fantasizing that the money will somehow appear isn’t helpful. Here’s what is.
Whether it’s alcohol, cigarettes or junk food, we all indulge in something we know we probably shouldn’t.
Maybe you have an idea of when you’d like to buy your first home or retire from the workforce. But just how realistic are your
As my husband rolled coins the other day he started muttering about the value of wheat pennies and who’s actually buying these as collectibles. I start
Powwow, LLC was interviewed by Mental Floss to discuss common client mis-steps. The article positioned my response as being “annoyed” by my clients’ indiscretions. This
CD interest rates can be higher than a typical checking or savings account and are affected by these factors.
A credit check for credit cards… When you apply for a credit card you are required to fill out a credit history. The analysis of
“The person you named 10 years ago to be your power of attorney isn’t necessarily the correct fit for today and could be the wrong
Powwow, LLC was interviewed by CBS MoneyWatch to discuss how home equity can be utilized for retirement. In my years of planning I’ve typically seen
Five things to consider before financing daycare NerdWallet recently interviewed POWWOW for an article on an issue plaguing most young families – how to afford
“Making the call [on elder fraud] is simple when the thief isn’t related to the client. But when the miscreant is a child or grandchild,
“A recent Merrill Lynch Age Wave survey showed 37% of people over 50 believe they may need long-term care during their lifetime, but the reality
“Opening a certificate of deposit (CD) can be a low-risk way to save for short- and long-term goals, whether it’s a new set of wheels
“Where will your clients live, and for how long? What roles will their children or other caretakers play? Have they considered what they’ll do if
How do you define success? Nerd Wallet published an article on the importance and strategy behind goal planning. For the most part, this is the
XY Planning Network offers consumer blogs that follow specific interests and subject matter. This is a great (and FREE) way to receive focused information from
Trying to be more intentional with gifting? US News published a great article on how to be both generous and practical when it comes to
I’m thrilled to share an article highlighting the reasons for my commitment to help seniors and their family. “As a caregiver for her ailing father,
Quentara E. Costa of POWWOW, LLC accepted for Membership in the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (NAPFA) Chicago, IL – Quentara E. Costa
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