finances

Take charge of your future retirement

RICHLAND — Plan ahead for your retirement with hands-on lessons at an educational course at WSU Tri-Cities.   “Retirement Planning Today” is designed for adults ages 50 to 70 and led by Todd Halterman, a securities and investment advisor and president of Pacific Crest Planning Inc. in Kennewick.   “In today’s environment, it never has […]

Health insurance hikes hit paychecks Jan. 1

Brace yourself and your personal budget. Major increases in your medical and dental insurance premiums will take effect in exactly 60 days, which means your net take-home pay will shrink beginning Jan. 10. Why? There are two reasons. First, due to a downturn in the economy, the state is facing a $2 billion economic deficit […]

Oct. 23 Benefits Fair hosts financial reps

This year’s fair will be important to employees considering 2003 plan changes and premium increases. It will give them a chance to “shop plans” and select the one that best meets their insurance needs. Employees can save for retirement on a pretax basis. Where does one begin? First, review changes in the plan in which […]