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DOVER  – COAST continues to struggle to find qualified CDL bus operators to drive their local public transit routes. The lack of qualified drivers has, regrettably, reached a point where the public transit system must temporarily adjust parts of some bus schedules further.After having to suspend a small number of services starting in mid-June, the non-profit public transit … [Read more...] about COAST driver shortage forcing temporary suspension of routes

By Rob Ziliak, CFPImagine that, in the foreseeable future, you’ll have turned in all your company property, collected your final paycheck, and will be drinking a Hurricane at half past noon while chair-dancing to “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere.” You’ve planned on reaching that celebratory beach vacation over the many years of your career while also designing, building and … [Read more...] about Does Planning End at Retirement?

Sometimes, life throws financial surprises at us, and when that happens, emergency savings can come in very handy. But if you don't have emergency savings, you may be inclined to tap another cash source -- your retirement account. If you go that route, you're not alone. A good 34% of workers have taken a loan or early withdrawal from a retirement plan, according to the 21st … [Read more...] about 34% of Workers Have Made This Mistake With Their Retirement Savings

Being a parent is challenging as it is, let alone finding time to discuss your long-term money goals and what financial accounts will help you along the way. Does it make sense to start a college savings fund for your newborn? Is a "fun fund" even realistic as a mother of three? Short answer: Yes, but it's important to know where to start, what your family's financial goals … [Read more...] about How to Start Saving Money: 4 Financial Accounts for Families

America’s retirement savings system is a mess (that’s a technical economic term). “System” is actually too grand a word for the ad hoc retirement savings plan edifice that has been built up over years. To be sure, the system works reasonably well for those on the payroll of an employer with a retirement benefit plan and a relatively stable job. Employees at larger … [Read more...] about America’s retirement savings system is deeply flawed—can it be fixed? Here are some ideas

America’s retirement savings system is a mess (that’s a technical economic term). “System” is actually too grand a word for the ad hoc retirement savings plan edifice that has been built up over years. To be sure, the system works reasonably well for those on the payroll of an employer with a retirement benefit plan and a relatively stable job. Employees at larger … [Read more...] about America’s retirement savings system is deeply flawed—can it be fixed? Here are some ideas

money taalkOn this episode of In The Know: Money with Marsai Martin, we explore how to set achievable financial goals. PopCom founder and CEO Dawn Dickson talks to Marsai about strategies for setting financial goals and why reaching those goals might be easier than you think!Before delving into the best strategies for setting and achieving financial goals, Marsai asks Dawn to … [Read more...] about Follow through on your financial goals with these simple tips!

(Katie Brockman) It can be tough to make ends meet in retirement, especially if you don't have a significant amount in savings. Fortunately, Social Security benefits can help bridge the gap between what you have saved and what you need to pay the bills.The bad news, though, is that taxes can take a chunk out of your benefits in retirement. Although you've been paying … [Read more...] about Social Security: 1 Easy Way to Get Out of Paying Taxes on Your Benefits | Personal Finance

When it comes to solid financial planning, the truth remains that you'll reap huge benefits by doing a few key things correctly. You don't need to be a perfectionist or a fortune teller, but you do need to take some basic actions as soon as possible to put yourself on the right long-term track. © Provided by The Motley Fool 4 Moves to Ensure You're a Retirement … [Read more...] about 4 Moves to Ensure You’re a Retirement MultiMillionaire

money taalkOn this episode of In The Know: Money with Marsai Martin, we explore how to set achievable financial goals. PopCom founder and CEO Dawn Dickson talks to Marsai about strategies for setting financial goals and why reaching those goals might be easier than you think!Before delving into the best strategies for setting and achieving financial goals, Marsai asks Dawn to … [Read more...] about Follow through on your financial goals with these simple tips!