Swimming is debt can hold you hostage for many years and in some cases forever.  Learning how to be thrifty in your spending while wanting the best can buy can be challenging.  For most of us saving money is harder than learning to speak a foreign language.  But of for all of us saving money […]

As people lose their jobs, transition to new careers, retire or keep their money in a bank savings/CDs etc.,  they are often left with 401K plans, 403Bs  and other investment…

The nation is in pins and needles trying to figure out exactly what “going over the fiscal cliff” means for the average middle income family.…

In my search for gift giving ideas, I came across this article that gives ideas for giving gifts that help build wealth in the black community. But if we really want to give our family and friends a meaningful gift we should stay out of the stores. Instead of a gift that will sit in […]

We are nearing graduation time for our young people. As we look to letting go, let’s help them focus their financial futures by giving them sage advice. I know our parents always stress to us that we must take responsibility for our actions and never to place blame on others. But when it comes to […]

Leaving a legacy for your family and generations beyond is powerful.  Creating and solidifying a foundation is a decision you won’t regret.  In honor of Black History Month, MassMutual Financial Group encourages individuals to create their own legacies.