Laura Richards
Senior Web Content Analyst
Laura Richards is a Boston-based writer and journalist with a passion for storytelling. She’s written for The New York Times, The Washington Post, U.S. News & World Report, The Boston Globe Magazine, Glamour, Reader’s Digest, Martha Stewart Living, Woman’s Day, Redbook, House Beautiful, Healthline, and many other top-tier outlets.
Articles by Laura:
Who Will Care For Your Pet When You Can’t?
Owning a pet is one of the greatest joys in life. With 67% of US households taking care of pets in the...
Annual Financial Review Can Help You Reach Your Goals
We all have financial goals. They may be short-term goals like buying a new television or long-term...
What is the best age to buy long-term care insurance?
The thought of being incapable of living on your own and needing long-term care may seem like a far-off,...
Saving For Retirement When You’re Self-Employed
There’s a growing number of people in America taking charge of their careers and becoming...
Will the kids want that? How to downsize your possessions
Whether it’s moving to a home with less square footage—or simply wanting to declutter—many...
Data Breaches & Identity Theft: What Can You Do?
What is a Data Breach? A data breach occurs when your confidential information is exposed. This can be...
Building a Retirement Budget to Last
You’ve always talked about the importance of saving for retirement. You contributed as much of your...
How COVID-19 Is Affecting Retirement Plans
The way Americans plan for their retirement has been shifting drastically over the last few years. Now,...
Is It Too Late To Start Saving For Retirement?
When it comes to saving for retirement, the sooner you start, the better. But what if you haven’t...
How to manage the loss of a parent—while supporting a surviving parent
Supporting someone whose spouse has passed away is never easy, but it’s especially challenging when...
