Connecticut Money: 3 questions to get your finances in sync
Eric Tashlein
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Subscribing to a one-size-fits-all financial strategy is not likely to be effective. It’s vital to have your financial plan in sync with your inner self.Getty Images
How well do you know yourself? This is far from an idle question when it comes to building financial security for you and your family. Understanding what drives you is the key to creating and following a financial plan that works.
Solid financial planning is driven by your individual needs and goals, and a good financial planner will discuss your values and objectives with you before setting pen to paper.
Connecticut Money: How to retire early, on your terms
Eric Tashlein
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A woman sits on the rocks at the beach in El Medano, Tenerife, Spain.Getty Images
Early retirement holds great appeal for many small-business owners and corporate executives in their 50s and early 60s. These generally are folks who have worked very hard and sacrificed many hours of personal time to accomplish their goals. They want to retire while they still are healthy enough to enjoy it.
If you are looking to retire early, it’s important to set yourself up for success by planning ahead. The first step is to define your vision of this next stage of your life. Are you looking for complete freedom to walk on the beach and play golf every day? Or do you envision setting up a small business or becoming a consultant in your field?