by McCabe & Associates | Nov 10, 2016 | McCabe & Associates
The months leading up to and the days following this week’s election have been full of emotion and passion. We realize that many people have their minds on what the results may mean for their families and for their finances. At McCabe & Associates, our mission is...
by McCabe & Associates | Oct 11, 2016 | Cybersecurity, Identity Theft, Risk Management
In light of it being Cybersecurity Awareness Month, are you taking the steps necessary to protect your identity? According to the Federal Trade Commission, each year, approximately 15 million Americans are identity theft victims with financial losses to the country...
by McCabe & Associates | Sep 27, 2016 | Financial Planning, Insurance, Risk Management
According to the Social Security Administration, a 20-year old has a 1 in 4 chance of becoming disabled before reaching age 67 (SSA, 2015). While the Social Security Administration does provide some disability benefits, their average payout doesn’t always cover the...
by McCabe & Associates | Sep 15, 2016 | Financial Planning, Insurance, Life Insurance, Risk Management
When it comes to life insurance, the two most popular types are term and permanent policies. But which policy is best for you? Term life insurance is temporary; it provides a death benefit for a specific term, such as 10, 20, or 30 years. Unlike other types of life...
by McCabe & Associates | Sep 7, 2016 | Financial Planning, Insurance, Life Insurance, Risk Management
While insurance isn’t the most glamorous thing to purchase, it is often a necessity. You can’t legally drive a car without it. You certainly wouldn’t want to live in a hurricane zone without it. So why do so many people disregard or minimize life insurance? Life...
by McCabe & Associates | Aug 30, 2016 | Financial Planning, Investment Management, Retirement Planning
Retirement. It sounds relaxing. It sounds amazing. And for many of us, it sounds like a long way off. But as the saying goes, the days are long, but the years are short, and there is no time like the present to begin saving for retirement. It takes a significant...
by McCabe & Associates | Aug 25, 2016 | Education Planning, Financial Planning, Investment Management
Costs for continuing education have skyrocketed over the past several years, rising 40% in the past decade according to FINRA. In fact, based on that historical performance, ten years from now you can expect to pay over $62,000 for a four-year public college...
by McCabe & Associates | Aug 17, 2016 | Financial Planning, Investment Management, Lifestyle
Managing all the elements of your finances can be quite the undertaking! From managing bills to monitoring your investment accounts, you need to remain organized to ensure you keep a proper pulse on what’s happening with your money. Here are a few tips to help you get...
by McCabe & Associates | Aug 10, 2016 | Financial Planning, Investment Management, Lifestyle
Have you ever wondered if your hobbies could produce a return for you? Do you own or collect any items that could be of value? Hobbies and collectibles have the potential to offer a different kind of investment than your IRA and 401(k) accounts. When you consider your...
by McCabe & Associates | Aug 2, 2016 | Financial Planning, Investment Management, Lifestyle
Saving for a second home can be a daunting thought, but can also come with a lot of excitement. For many, retiring somewhere warm or becoming “snowbirds” is an incredibly attractive way to view their golden years. But how can you be sure you know what you’re getting...
