Kathy Rogers is the vice president of Marston Rogers Group, a life planner and financial consultant. Reach her at (228) 206-5902 or Kathy@mrg.life.
A recent study by Boston College reflects what many of us in the financial industry already knew: Americans are not saving enough for retirement. This means that many retirees will experience a lower standard of living in what should be their “golden years.” What about you? The money you set aside now largely will determine […]
It seems like only yesterday that my children were young, and I was in the season of parenting that required seemingly endless hands-on teaching, training and correcting. Today, my children are grown. My youngest grandchild is 19, and I have four young great-grandchildren. My mother once told me that her parenting didn’t end when I […]
If you are looking to set or attain financial goals this year, these four areas are where I recommend you start and the metric that I recommend to adjust your current plans and aims. PROTECT It is important to protect what you have, as well as those you love. The experiences of the past few […]
By Kathy Rogers, vice president, Marston Rogers Group If you are like me, you have made plenty of promises to yourself that you haven’t kept. Here are five tips to help make it easier for you to keep your financial promises to yourself: 1. Ask yourself what matters most to you, then make a list of […]
Charitable giving makes a difference in your life and in the lives of those who benefit from your generosity. No matter your financial situation, you can participate. Charitable giving is not only limited to giving money. A contribution of time can be equally important and meaningful. Some of you may give money because it makes […]
I previously have encouraged you to stop procrastinating and trying to copy someone else’s financial strategies and get started on your own plan. Now, I’d like to suggest ideas for getting started. The first place to start is with an honest evaluation of your financial situation. Do you have a budget? Are you living within […]
Get started! Start over! Now is the perfect time! You are the perfect age! Are you shaking your head wondering what in the world I’m talking about? I’m talking about your future, about making or updating a plan so your future self will have more financial security than your current self enjoys. You are really […]
While growing up, you probably heard many of the same old wives’ tales I did: if you keep making that face, it will freeze that way. Coffee stunts your growth (or makes hair grow on your chest). You can’t go swimming for 30 minutes after eating, or you will get cramps and drown. We’ve all […]
What comes to mind when you hear the words “horror story?” Probably a book or movie created with the intent to frighten, scare or disgust you. The intent of the financial horror story I’m about to share is like those of fictional writers; I want to get your attention and generate a reaction, one that […]
One of the few things people know about Social Security is that they’re required to pay a portion of their earnings into the government social insurance program in hopes of receiving a monthly income upon their retirement. An annuity, when properly designed, also can provide guaranteed income in retirement and reduce the risk of outliving […]
