Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert

Common Retirement Mistakes: Outliving Your Money

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 11:16:00 GMT

What are the retirement mistakes everyone should try to avoid? One of the biggest is outliving your money, according to Mark Singer CFP®.

People are living longer than ever. A man who turns 65 today can expect to live until age 83, wh

Strategies for Coping with a Flat Market

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 12:47:00 GMT

History has a tendency to repeat itself. To achieve investing success, you need to position yourself so that you're able to benefit when the market goes up. But what do you do in the meantime, when the market is flat?

In terms of the flat

Visualizing Your Ideal Retirement

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 15:38:00 GMT

We all have hectic lives, which can make planning for retirement a challenge. After all, it's hard to think about an event that could be decades away when you have more pressing day-to-day concerns. However, if you want to have a successful retiremen

Align Your Retirement Goals with Your Money Management

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 13:30:00 GMT

Every person needs to take the time to align their retirement goals with their money management, say Mark Singer CFP®. If people don't take this critical step when planning for retirement, they'll be less likely to achieve their long-term retirem

Do You Know Your Retirement Number?

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 13:42:00 GMT

You may have seen a popular advertising campaign that addresses the concept of knowing your "retirement number." In the ads, you see people carrying around seven-figure numbers under their arms, smiling along the way to their destination, a

Create a Bucket List to Prepare for Retirement

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 17:01:00 GMT

Financial planning is 50% psychiatry and 50% economics, says Mark Singer CFP®. With that in mind, people must consider both their emotional and their financial needs as they prepare for retirement.

One way to address both sides of the

Free Worksheets Help People Plan for Retirement

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 13:17:00 GMT

Planning for retirement is no simple task. Fortunately, the free interactive worksheets available at YourRetirementJourney.com can help make the process a bit easier, says Mark Singer CFP®.

Eight different worksheets are available for do

Create a Retirement Roadmap During National Save for Retirement Week

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 16:06:00 GMT

Everyone should take a few moments to review or create their Retirement Roadmap during National Save for Retirement Week, says Mark Singer CFP^®. National Save for Retirement Week takes place from October 21–27, 2012.

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Mark Singer CFP? to Participate in Smarter Retirement Webcast

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 14:34:00 GMT

Mark Singer CFP® will participate as a panelist in “Smarter Retirement Income Planning” on Thursday, October 18 at 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT. Mark and other industry experts will discuss the main differences between accumulation, distri

Prepare for the Worst During Disability Employment Awareness Month

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 17:42:00 GMT

In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, Mark Singer CFP®, reminds everyone that they should have a plan for how they would deal with a long-term disability.

Disability is more common than many people think. Every year

The Four-Step Retirement Planning Process

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 13:36:00 GMT

For those preparing to retire, creating a plan that generates the inflation-adjusted income they'll need throughout retirement can be a challenge. While the solution to that challenge is different for everyone, the four-step process to arriving at

Five Steps Women Can Take to Improve Their Finances

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 14:21:00 GMT

Women who want to improve their finances can get started by following a simple, five-step process, says Mark Singer CFP®.

A woman who is feeling confused or overwhelmed by her financial situation can follow this simple process to gain

Start Early When Saving for a Child?s College Education

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 12:57:00 GMT

September is National College Savings Month, making it the perfect time to think about smart strategies for saving for the cost of higher education, says Mark Singer CFP®.

Just as you’ll benefit from starting early when saving for

Mark Singer CFP? Discusses Common Retirement Planning Mistakes

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 16:19:00 GMT

Are you on track to reach the retirement of your dreams? Many people think their retirement plan is all set, while in reality they've made several critical planning errors. During a presentation at the Milford Senior Center on September 20, Mark S

Share Your Opinions About Retirement in the 2012 National Retirement Survey

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 12:27:00 GMT

People spend years dreaming about retirement. But once they retire, many find that retirement is very different from what they imagined, says Mark Singer CFP®. Often, they wish they had embraced a different approach retirement planning.

Share Your Opinions About Retirement in the 2012 National Retirement Survey

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 12:27:00 GMT

Don?t Forget Long-Term Care When Planning for Retirement

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 12:23:00 GMT

As people near retirement, they tend to become increasingly concerned with asset preservation. One strategy people can use to help preserve their assets is purchasing long-term care insurance, says Mark Singer CFP®.

As many of the option

Having Too Many Financial Accounts Can Jeopardize Your Retirement

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 19:31:00 GMT

Throughout life, we tend to accumulate things, and this holds true when it comes to accumulating money. But having too many financial accounts, whether it’s investment accounts, annuities, IRAs, or some other combination of accounts, can actual

How to Interview a Financial Planner

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 10 Aug 2012 16:06:00 GMT

The foundation for a good relationship with a financial planner starts at the beginning, by understanding what the expectations are, says Mark Singer CFP^®.

Before anyone chooses a financial planner, they should schedule an int

The 9 Biggest Retirement Planning Mistakes

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 03 Aug 2012 13:52:00 GMT

Every day, people make major mistakes that will affect their ability to have the retirement lifestyle they want. In order to enjoy a successful retirement, people need to recognize and avoid these common retirement planning hurdles, says Mark Singer

Mark Singer CFP? Shares Retirement Planning Tips with Fox News Radio

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 13:15:00 GMT

Will I ever be able to retire? Today, many baby boomers are asking themselves that question, wondering if retirement is more of a dream than a reality.

You can make retirement happen, explained Mark Singer CFP®, in a series of intervi

Will I Ever Be Able to Retire? Mark Singer CFP? Shares the Answers You Need

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 16:32:00 GMT

Will I ever be able to retire? Today, many baby boomers are asking themselves that question. Mark Singer CFP^®, will address common retirement planning concerns during an upcoming presentation at the Abbot Public Library in Marblehea

Take Control of Your Finances to Better Enjoy Your Life

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 17:39:00 GMT

Women who take control of their financial affairs will be one important step close to truly enjoying their life, says Mark Singer CFP^®.

Once you have evaluated what you need in life, created a bucket list, adopted a personal

Organize Your Finances to Reduce Stress

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 13:27:00 GMT

Women who want to take control of their finances and reduce future stress for themselves and their families need to get financially organized, says Mark Singer CFP^®.

Many women are great multi-taskers. But one hazard of trying

Take Control of Your Finances with Help from a Financial Planner

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 29 Jun 2012 19:55:00 GMT

Creating a clear action plan with the help of a financial planner is a key step women should take if they want to gain control over their finances, says Mark Singer CFP®.

After taking the time to visualize their goals, women should see

Visualize the Future: Shares Tips to Help Women Take Control of Their Finances

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 15:07:00 GMT

If women want to gain more control over their finances, they need to the take the time to visualize what they want the future to look like, says Mark Singer CFP®.

Painting a picture of an ideal future is key to achieving financial succ

Make the Time to Manage Your Money

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Sat, 16 Jun 2012 18:46:00 GMT

For many women, the biggest hurdle they face when it comes to taking control of their finances is simply making the time to do so. Women tend to be multi-taskers, which can make them very productive. But doing multiple things at once can also make it

Financial Planning in Times of Transition

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 08 Jun 2012 18:21:00 GMT

One of the biggest financial planning issues women face is making decisions during times of transition, such as after a divorce or the death of a spouse.

In these situations, women often meet with a financial planner, and the first thing

Are Women Getting the Financial Advice They Need? The Disconnect Between Women and the Financial Planning Industry

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 17:09:00 GMT

For years, the financial planning industry has tried to reach out to women. But studies show that a significant number of women simply don’t trust financial planners. Part of the reason for that distrust is because many in the financial industr

Don?t Forget Disability Insurance When Developing a Financial Plan

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Mon, 21 May 2012 13:01:00 GMT

Disability can happen to anyone, but few Americans are financially prepared to deal with the effects of being out of work for an extended period of time. Since May is Disability Awareness Month, now is the perfect opportunity for people to review the

Do You Have a Retirement Roadmap? Mark Singer CFP? Explains Why Everyone Needs a Clear Retirement Plan

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Mon, 07 May 2012 15:16:00 GMT

Do you have a retirement roadmap? During a presentation to the Newburyport Lions Club on May 14, Mark Singer CFP® will explain why having a clear plan is critical if you hope to enjoy a successful retirement.

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Preparing for a Successful Retirement: Three Steps Everyone Must Take

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 08:30:00 GMT

People who are nearing retirement need to take steps to make sure that their retirement plan is on track. As part of Financial Literacy Month, Mark Singer, a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and author of The Changing Landscape of

Taking Control of Your Finances in Uncertain Times

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 10:30:00 GMT
Middle-aged investors face challenges in managing their finances during these uncertain times. As part of Financial Literacy Month, Mark Singer, a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and author of The Changing Landscape of Retirement&mdas

Young People Shy Away from Investing, Despite the Importance of Getting Started Early

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 20:27:00 GMT
Recent studies have shown that people between the ages of 20 and 35 are shying away from investing. This is despite abundant evidence illustrating the importance of saving early for retirement and other financial goals. Since April is Financial Liter

Mark Singer CFP?, Discusses How to De-Clutter Your Financial Life with the Salem Council on Aging

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 08:15:00 GMT
Mark Singer CFP®, will speak on How to De-clutter and Organize Your Financial Life with the Salem Council on Aging. During his presentation, Mark will discuss how to reduce clutter and organize all aspects of your finances. After the presentation

Mark Singer CFP? Discusses How to Create a Retirement Roadmap at the Turner Free Library

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 08:15:00 GMT
Will I ever be able to retire? Mark Singer CFP®, will answer that question during a presentation at the Turner Free Library. During his talk, Mark will explain how developing a clear retirement roadmap will help you focus your re

Mark Singer CFP? Discusses How to Create a Retirement Roadmap with the Greater Lowell Chamber of Commerce

Mark Singer -- Retirement Expert — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 11:22:00 GMT
Will I ever be able to retire? Mark Singer CFP®, will answer that question during a presentation to the Greater Lowell Chamber of Commerce. During his talk, Mark will explain how developing a clear retirement roadmap will help yo