Trestle jumping in jeopardy
A popular spot for jumping into the lake in Okanagan Falls may soon be restricted by the Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen for liability reasons. The Okanagan Falls trestle bridge has long been known as a spot to leap for leisure into Skaha Lake. But a recent risk assessment shows the RDOS could be liable […]
EU Leaders Struggle to Agree on Candidates for Top Jobs
European Union leaders are struggling to narrow down a list of candidates for key posts at the helm of the 28-nation bloc amid deep divisions over how to best balance political, geographic and gender considerations. Marathon talks of European Union leaders dragged into a second day Monday as they sought to narrow down a list […]
3 Ways to Ensure Your Money Lasts Through Retirement
You’ve spent decades saving for retirement, and you may think that once you finally leave your job and start this new journey in life it will be smooth sailing. But saving for retirement is only half the battle: Once you’ve built a solid retirement fund, the next challenge is to ensure your money lasts the […]
3 Ways Being Single Impacts Your Retirement Planning
Planning for retirement is a good way to avoid financial struggles later in life. But retirement planning is very different for single folks than it is for those who are married. If you fall into the former camp, here are a few things you should know. 1. You won’t benefit from a spouse’s savings Married couples have […]
3 Spending Habits That Are Ruining Your Chances at Retirement
Retirement is a dream many people simply cannot afford, as savings rates are depressingly low. Half of adults age 55 and over have no retirement savings whatsoever, according to the U.S. Government Accountability Office, and only 28% of American adults are considered financially healthy, researchers from the Financial Health Network found. Of course, part of […]
4 Easy Habits That Can Help You Save More Money
Money is the top source of stress among Americans, according to a survey from Northwestern Mutual, and nearly nine in 10 survey respondents said there’s nothing that makes them happier than knowing their finances are in order. Saving money isn’t easy, though, no matter how much you’re earning. There are always bills to pay, and […]