Ken Morris: A timely alternative to watching the Big Game
Today is Super Bowl Sunday and for the first time, I may not watch the game. In my heart, our beloved Lions should be one of the participants. And since I feel so many of you are also too heartbroken...
View ArticleKen Morris: A lesson in economics from an old TV detective
On a recent redeye flight home from Phoenix, I dozed off for a while. When I woke up, I ached all over and felt as if I had suddenly aged ten years. Once home, I stretched out, turned on the television...
View ArticleKen Morris: Uncle Sam wants to help you build an emergency cash fund
According to my financial journals, there’s been a dramatic increase of individuals tapping into their employer sponsored retirement plans prior to retirement. One reason is a hardship withdrawal,...
View ArticleKen Morris: Learn your ABCs and you’ll play your cards right
My profession is financial advice. Some of the questions I get are basic, while others require substantial in-depth information before I can offer an accurate answer. Over the years, it seems that...
View ArticleKen Morris: Will pensions make a comeback? Do they need to?
I recently came across two reports that I found to be quite interesting. I believe they’re both accurate, but when you compare them side-by-side, they seem to be somewhat of a paradox. The first...
View ArticleKen Morris: Without capitalism, you might still be standing in line at...
My wife and I recently saw a movie at a nearby theatre. I wasn’t surprised by the ticket prices. I expected them to be high. But what I saw at the concession stand was somewhat shocking. Yes, the...
View ArticleKen Morris: This is not your grandfather’s retirement
I met up with a couple of buddies on St. Paddy’s Day. We shared stories about the struggles and tragedies our parents and grandparents endured. They went through some real hardships. And though my...
View ArticleKen Morris: Which Medicare program is best for you?
I recently had an early morning meeting with my CPA to put the final touches on my tax returns. The larger the tax bill got, the higher my blood pressure rose. After the meeting, I stopped at my gym to...
View ArticleKen Morris: Are you spending enough money? Or too much?
According to the Social Security Period Life Table published in 2019, life expectancies in our nation continue to increase. Using a 65-year-old couple as a reference, the table points out that there’s...
View ArticleKen Morris: That paisley shirt in your closet may soon be back in style
I was out for a walk with my family recently, enjoying the pleasant spring weather. The sidewalk was full of happy people simply enjoying the day. A gentleman walking towards me stopped and told me I...
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