The recent volatility of the financial markets has sounded an unmistakable wake-up call for many American families, reminding them that investing for the future often involves taking on risk in the present.
Frugal living is coming back into style, and military families are proving to be the trendsetters. The latest findings of the First Command Financial Behaviors Index™ reveal military families with household incomes of at least $50,000 are putting
Middle-class Americans have long regarded retirement as the end of a lifetime financial race. They have viewed this time as their “golden years,” a well-earned rest filled with hobbies, family visits and travel – and untroubled by the daily demands
Talking to children about finances can be a stressful and somewhat taboo topic, particularly during times of economic turmoil. At First Command, we are seeking to help parents open the lines of communication by sharing advice that our Financial
For the past several months we’ve seen encouraging signs that the economy may be turning the corner. The stock market has experienced some welcomed gains, and home prices are stabilizing in many areas.
In these trying economic times, Americans have turned to the news media for the latest information and analysis. And the news media has turned to First Command. Print and broadcast journalists throughout the country have sought out members of the
To say that Americans have been spooked by the gloom and doom of economic reports is putting it lightly. The fact is most of us have at some point in our lives made a rash decision out of fear that we later regretted and many of us have put off
If you’re like many Americans, you probably take the time to see your doctor and dentist for regular checkups. Just as you keep up with your physical health, it’s also important to keep up with your financial well-being. This year began with an
Like many of today’s financial services companies, First Command has felt the impact of the economic downturn and precipitous drop in the stock market. But unlike many of these companies we have experienced a relatively smooth ride through this
As your personal and business assets grow, so does the importance of protecting them. If you are like most people, wills, durable powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and trusts are topics you avoid. Yet, timely planning in these