Money

From Stephen Clifford, Registered Investment Advisor Representative The Winfield Group - Scottsdale, Arizona

There are many ways to try to reach a future goal. You can save now, or you can save later (or perhaps do both). But there is an advantage to putting your savings and earnings to work for you as early as possible.

From Stephen Clifford, Registered Investment Advisor Representative The Winfield Group - Scottsdale, Arizona

For many people, there's perhaps nothing more exciting than traveling to a new country, experiencing different cultures, tasting exotic foods, and exploring unfamiliar landscapes. But before you take off on an international adventure, consider that a little preparation and a few precautions can help prevent a lot of unexpected headaches.

From Stephen Clifford, Registered Investment Advisor Representative
The Winfield Group - Scottsdale, Arizona

It's easy to take Social Security for granted when retirement is years away, but with 94% of the U.S. workforce covered by Social Security,* it's likely that this program will play a role in your financial future, perhaps even sooner than you think. Here are some facts and statistics from the Social Security Administration that highlight why Social Security is important to so many people.

From Stephen Clifford, Registered Investment Advisor Representative
The Winfield Group - Scottsdale, Arizona

As a participant in your work-sponsored retirement savings plan, you've made a very important commitment to yourself and your family: to prepare for your future. Congratulations! Making that commitment is an important first step in your pursuit of a successful retirement. Now it's important to stay focused--and be aware of a few key risks that could derail your progress along the way.