MyChesCo | Joe Oliver | Activity https://www.mychesco.com/members/joeoliver/activity/ Activity feed for Joe Oliver. Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 46c55d54377c36ac90d05ee49b571159 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=664074 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:00:09 -0400 Which Retirement Plan Is Right for Your Business? If you’re a local business owner, a workplace retirement plan can be a powerful tool – helping you manage taxes, strengthen employee retention and bui […]

]]> 0 aadf9b5488f717f029fcb0330080f500 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=663402 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:48 -0400 Emergency Funds Offer Breathing Room When It Matters Everyone needs an emergency fund. Financial experts recommend it, and we’ve all experienced surprise expenses: a costly car repair, a broken water h […]

]]> 0 2b882c3617d8202ceeb3eb621a9342ba Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=662779 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:00:46 -0400 Sustainable Investing Means Investing With Purpose When you think about investing, you probably want your money to grow. But maybe you also want it to make a positive difference in the world while you […]

]]> 0 4d70d026ccd9bef468abf87d0f0d6ba1 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=660979 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:00:40 -0400 Risks Threatening Gen Z’s Retirement — And How To Tackle Them While older generations worry about having enough money for retirement, many Gen Z workers aren’t even starting to save. Research in 2025 by Edward J […]

]]> 151ca128e676974aa0781afc671203e5 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=660296 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 17:00:40 -0400 Four Stages of Raising Confident, Money-Smart Kids Good financial habits are a little like brushing your teeth. When you learn them early, they become second nature, and you carry them with you for […]

]]> f99f5e94fdc53b9624d0355d5febdd56 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=660293 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:00:51 -0400 Ask These Two Questions Before Buying a Home You may have heard that buying a home is better than renting. After all, why “throw money away” on rent when you could be building wealth through hom […]

]]> ecc30ac3161b6c971ae25830ff4b9812 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=659625 Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:00:12 -0400 Ease the Squeeze on Your Retirement Income Plan Rising prices may not dominate headlines the way they did a year or two ago, but if you’re retired, you’re probably still feeling them. Even when ove […]

]]> 2d74f52acce0bec75ed1bbbcfeb3d4e4 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=658823 Thu, 12 Mar 2026 20:00:11 -0400 Take Charge of Your Debt, One Step at a Time If you’re dealing with debt, you’re far from alone. More than 80% of U.S. households carry some form of debt (2025 Federal Reserve report), and sin […]

]]> 8186b08e9131bb3d7f80fbbdd61c2ae1 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=658048 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 21:00:55 -0500 How Outdated Beneficiary Choices Can Derail Your Plans When you open a retirement account or buy a life insurance policy, you’re asked to name a beneficiary. It might seem like just another form to fill o […]

]]> 0af8d4c71e192759149729f5ec3963fb Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=657332 Thu, 26 Feb 2026 19:00:27 -0500 Your Credit Score Matters More Than You May Think Your credit score can play a surprisingly big role in your financial life. From renting an apartment to getting a cellphone plan, your credit score can […]

]]> f509e5a4d27d7dba5f0ed497a6d78a4c Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=656590 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 18:14:03 -0500 Unlock the Full Potential of Your 401(k) Your 401(k) is one of the most powerful tools for securing your financial future. The question is: Are you using it to its full potential? Here are […]

]]> 8a5e7e740e29d6152c0fb5af4be4d412 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=655835 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:00:31 -0500 What Should You Do With Your Tax Refund? It’s almost time for people to begin receiving their tax refunds. If you get one, what will you do with it? The answer will depend somewhat on the s […]

]]> 6cc4e2c7692b82f83da11b2062f251cf Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=655060 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 18:39:11 -0500 Local Business Owners: Don’t Overlook Retirement Plans If you’re a local business owner, you’re juggling many priorities: growing revenue, managing expenses, supporting your team and planning for your own […]

]]> e1f63e39332908755e67b76b5e211d71 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=654285 Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500 Tax-Saving Moves You Can Still Make for 2025 Tax season is upon us, and while April 15 may seem like it’s right around the corner, you still have time to make some strategic moves that could lower […]

]]> 5db93aa04e4afe5cd5a240d3f9601d70 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=653488 Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:00:20 -0500 Why Social Security Matters More for Women When planning for retirement, Social Security isn’t just another item on your financial checklist. For women especially, it’s often the cornerstone of […]

]]> 4e50c7abd5d3514912b513078afd5f04 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=652761 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 11:00:08 -0500 New Tax Laws for 2026 That You Should Know The new year brings more than resolutions and fresh starts; it also ushers in several tax changes that could affect your wallet. Whether you’re saving […]

]]> e7beb48badbf5f5c3590f32aa24bc0a3 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=652090 Thu, 08 Jan 2026 14:00:43 -0500 Putting Your Aging Parents' Wishes First As your parents grow older, it may be time to talk with them about financial and aging issues, which may involve difficult conversations. You’ll w […]

]]> ed9b0da8bb01d4defa2467d065a87225 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=651488 Wed, 31 Dec 2025 11:00:08 -0500 Join the Trend With These New Year Resolutions With the new year around the corner, many people are setting goals for 2026. After months of rising prices on everything from milk to mortgages, […]

]]> 9e78dfa55129748a44978287449521a2 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=650269 Thu, 18 Dec 2025 17:00:26 -0500 Take Control: Why Budgeting Doesn’t Have to Feel Restrictive Let’s be honest: The word “budget” doesn’t exactly spark joy for most people. It can feel restrictive or even generate feelings of guilt about past sp […]

]]> 369925f9c67844dd3e8290c4acc702a5 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=649431 Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:00:32 -0500 AI in Personal Finance: The Promise and the Limits Your smartphone buzzes with an alert: Your budgeting app has spotted an unusual spending pattern and suggests transferring $50 from your savings […]

]]> fff7b6c58cbfbe2fb2e49943d6e01b02 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=648833 Fri, 05 Dec 2025 11:00:47 -0500 Managing Risk at Different Stages of Life As an investor, you will always need to deal with risk of some kind. How can you manage the risk that accompanies the volatility of the financial […]

]]> 97057181597b1ca1d1bc6be4312b3002 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=647948 Fri, 28 Nov 2025 13:00:59 -0500 Millennials and Financial Fraud: Protecting Yourself in a Digital World Fear of fraud is universal. Today, 77% of Americans are concerned about fraud and identity theft when managing finances online, according to 2025 […]

]]> 1abe2fc4e6b1a09e980cdb38d0d2b6e2 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=647206 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:00:25 -0500 Making the Most of Your Health Savings Account When it comes to saving for healthcare costs, few tools are as powerful as a Health Savings Account (HSA). Yet many Americans don’t take full advantage […]

]]> 3cd87ab7353723637555c91de7a85a0e Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=646506 Fri, 14 Nov 2025 16:00:49 -0500 Avoid Holiday Debt: Spend With Intention, Not Impulse Holiday cheer has a way of loosening purse strings – sometimes more than we can afford. In 2024, one-third of Americans ended the year with holiday d […]

]]> e0d2f46c0bb655af48c67094322df29a Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=645481 Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:00:29 -0500 Three Social Security Myths: What You Need to Know Social Security is a cornerstone of retirement planning for millions of Americans. But with so much information floating around, it’s easy to get […]

]]> 56736153917c85ddfd52e5a90285d94d Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=643441 Thu, 23 Oct 2025 10:00:43 -0400 Open Enrollment: What to Know Before You Enroll For many people, fall brings an important opportunity: open enrollment. While it may not sound as exciting as planning for the holidays, taking a […]

]]> 12417bf1a6947fc83ff5b7cefe65ffce Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=642775 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 11:00:16 -0400 The Real Meaning of Diversification in Investing In the world of investing, we’ve all heard the phrase, “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket.” It’s solid advice that emphasizes the importanc […]

]]> 9f91509d87fb58ba9c9ff40dc9fb6723 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=642002 Thu, 09 Oct 2025 10:00:49 -0400 Making the Most of Medicare Open Enrollment When you turn 65, Medicare becomes a vital part of your health care coverage. But signing up is just the beginning. Many people don’t realize that […]

]]> 569b3a6a936cfcc469439db823ed78ee Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=640479 Thu, 02 Oct 2025 16:00:06 -0400 A Retiree’s Guide for National Retirement Security Month If you’re retired, it’s easy to let your finances go on autopilot. Since October is National Retirement Security Month, it’s a good time to revisit […]

]]> 6f9ef70a978a07f2bd6094630534a397 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=639928 Thu, 25 Sep 2025 15:00:15 -0400 Financial Steps to Prepare for Alzheimer’s and Dementia More than 7 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease, according to a 2025 report from the Alzheimer’s Association. The emotional toll of watching a […]

]]> 6f2f01bf6f7f9c9f26ab159912272d4f Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=639467 Thu, 18 Sep 2025 16:00:20 -0400 When Investing, One of the Best Abilities Is Durability You’ve probably heard about “genius” investors or those who got in on the “ground floor” of a company that grew to be a huge success. These stories may […]

]]> bd137cb729c2e8ffb1e8bfe6bafcddf2 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=639029 Thu, 11 Sep 2025 20:00:09 -0400 Look At Your Financial Situation Holistically When you plan a trip, you consider not only the destination but also the climate, activities that interest you, transportation needs, anticipated […]

]]> 2bec75b6a05019b89c0f885caa8f745a Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=636927 Thu, 04 Sep 2025 17:00:40 -0400 Planning Your Business Exit: Start With the End in Mind If you own a business, you’ve probably spent countless hours thinking about how to grow it, manage daily operations and serve your customers. But have […]

]]> a3007e4110e14a8c134d5a84e32219af Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=636104 Thu, 28 Aug 2025 17:00:22 -0400 Life Insurance: Protecting What Matters Most September is Life Insurance Awareness Month and the perfect time to consider whether you have adequate coverage to protect your loved ones. While no […]

]]> 29234d03025ca608bd0006f42e2203bf Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=635131 Thu, 21 Aug 2025 15:00:41 -0400 Let a Financial Advisor Help Plan for Life’s Curveballs No matter what stage of your life you’re in — caring for children, working toward retirement or planning your legacy — unforeseen events like a job l […]

]]> 9cb88a80d1062ec2b068f572a274ab8d Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=634249 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 16:00:33 -0400 529 Education Savings Plans: More Flexible Than You Think Planning for your child’s education can feel overwhelming, but a 529 education savings plan offers a powerful way to build a financial foundation for t […]

]]> 991dec5a80c2aab60273d9a1f0f6ad21 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=633340 Thu, 07 Aug 2025 17:00:49 -0400 Does the 4% Rule Still Make Sense for Your Retirement? You may have heard of the “4% rule” when it comes to retirement. The idea is simple: After you retire, you withdraw 4% of your investment portfolio eac […]

]]> e8ee1d2079b02e22b2d3d711e768d6cf Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=632320 Thu, 31 Jul 2025 16:00:58 -0400 Investing With Heart: Find a Financial Advisor Who Shares Your Values When it comes to managing your money, there’s more to consider than just the bottom line. For many people, investing isn’t only about building wea […]

]]> 776a1e1a889b5b403850aab2704ac074 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=631249 Thu, 24 Jul 2025 17:00:03 -0400 You Have an Estate Plan — Whether You Know It or Not Think estate planning is only for the wealthy or elderly? Think again. If you own anything — a home, a car, a savings account, even a pet — you alr […]

]]> 9a6ca77be672257bf50ea4b4490c4bdd Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=629960 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 16:00:08 -0400 Should You Trust a ‘Finfluencer’? In the age of social media, it’s easy to find advice on just about anything — including how to manage your money. Content creators known as “fi […]

]]> 6edf0aadd4cb96da307d6163d6646da5 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=628185 Thu, 10 Jul 2025 22:00:03 -0400 The Importance of Setting Strong Financial Goals There’s a quote about the importance of setting goals that says, “If you don’t know where you’re going, any path will take you there.” You probably […]

]]> 56a2736ac2a4ad0909c84e1e325602a1 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=626664 Thu, 03 Jul 2025 18:00:30 -0400 Work Toward Your Own Financial Independence Day We’re getting close to the Fourth of July, our national Independence Day. This celebration may get you thinking of the many freedoms you enjoy. But […]

]]> b0333fc6dd0cdfcdd79a0451e64cd91f Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=625099 Thu, 26 Jun 2025 16:00:14 -0400 Steps to Take Following a Job Loss Perhaps you’ve heard the expression: “Life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans.” It’s certainly true about an unexpected job loss. A […]

]]> 092069ad8d28f111b6f24590e3de8bb0 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=622194 Thu, 12 Jun 2025 16:00:19 -0400 Should You Pay Off Debts or Invest? Some financial decisions can be challenging — like whether to use your money to reduce your debt or to invest. If you already have a significant a […]

]]> d49c01f49840b3deaeaa2316a6310a48 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=620979 Wed, 04 Jun 2025 21:00:35 -0400 Questions to Ask Your Financial Advisor You should always be able to ask as many questions as you’d like when working with your financial advisor. So, before you have your annual review, t […]

]]> 8b6df6648a43c59a0502a02c8604892a Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=618286 Thu, 22 May 2025 20:00:37 -0400 Observe Save for Education Day with a 529 Plan Whether your children are in grade school or high school, they’ll be leaving for college or trade school before you know it. With the cost of e […]

]]> a501d73630eb4df5ea7d4f1c91575bee Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=617122 Thu, 15 May 2025 17:00:32 -0400 What Comes After, ‘I Do?’ Marriage is more than a ceremony — it’s a union of families and finances. When you and your partner are honest with each other about money and finan […]

]]> a319e41cc9287202051d332914d71596 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=614390 Thu, 01 May 2025 17:00:15 -0400 Be Alert for Caregiver Financial Abuse Do you have a parent or other elderly relative who may soon need a caregiver? If so, be diligent when selecting the right person for the job — b […]

]]> 33886c128aa1fbc0ffbf1258e51fb428 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=605962 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 17:00:15 -0400 Financial Moves for a Growing Family If you’re adding a child to your family, it’s an exciting time, and you have much to anticipate. Of course, this new addition will bring many cha […]

]]> 99a904be35876f77b0236963d0431724 Joe Oliver wrote a new post https://www.mychesco.com/?p=605293 Thu, 17 Apr 2025 18:00:58 -0400 Three Stops on the Road to Financial Stability Achieving financial stability doesn’t happen overnight — it takes a journey. And, as with every journey, you’ll need to make some stops along the way. […]

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