The Boomer

Studies show that for most couples, finances are the root cause of marital problems. As wedding season continues to heat up, many young couples might be turning to the boomers in their lives to learn their secrets to a healthy marriage. 

When it comes to planning for retirement, lending money and feelings of financialsecurity--there's definitely some major differences between men and women. 

Baby boomers face a unique challenge in the current labor market: they are often too young or unprepared to retire, but they are often overlooked by employers to reinvent, retain, or bring on as new talent.

Whether boomers are staying in the workforce to stay active and involved in the marketplace or looking for an income stream in their golden years, a home-based business allows you to work according to your own schedule and pace and best of all, be your own boss.

Boomers might not have been born knowing how to text and update our Facebook status, but we are working to keep up on the latest online trends. 

Boomers might not have been born knowing how to text and update our Facebook status, but we are working to keep up on the latest online trends. 

When boomers go to cast their vote this November two issues will weigh on their decision: the economy and their financial future.

Baby boomers have changed the retirement landscape and they have a sunny outlook on the strength of their finances and health when they leave the workforce.

The boomer generation has always played an active role in politics and it shows no signs of slowing involvement as November nears. 

Boomers need to evaluate their estate planning periodically to make sure it still reflects their current life and financial situation. 

The 2008 recession changed the financial landscape and how boomers should approach saving for retirement. So where should boomers be putting their money right now?  

The open enrollment period for Medicare comes early this year, Oct. 15-Dec. 7, and now’s the time for beneficiaries to review their current plans and decide whether they need to make any plan changes and alter prescription coverage. 

Seniors have long been targeted by identity thieves and scammers and as boomers become the new seniors, they are acquiring a bigger target on their backs.

Medicare is one of the most popular federal programs in the country and its future is playing a starring role on the campaign trail--but not always in a good light. 

Instead of filling our loved ones with extra sugar this year, take the time and offer a financial treat instead.

The emotional aspect of leaving the workforce can be jarring and many new retirees have a tough time organizing, prioritizing and feeling productive with the new-found time. Here are some tips to smooth the transition. 

Baby boomers often find themselves combating a long gift list, but it’s important that we plan, prioritize and create and stick to a budget so we don’t end up carrying in debt into the new year. 

The deadline for Medicare’s open enrollment is three weeks earlier this year that 2011, so boomers need to gather all the necessary information regarding changes and updates to care now to make the best decisions for the health and finances.

The deadline for Medicare’s open enrollment is three weeks earlier this year that 2011, so boomers need to gather all the necessary information regarding changes and updates to care now to make the best decisions for the health and finances.

For transitional boomers, those ages 55-65, retirement is just around the corner. Here's what they should be doing to protect or start saving for a nest egg.