Jennifer Wirt

How to Develop a Plan B

The baby boomer population is 78 million. The first of them begin turning 65 next year, 2011. By 2030 when the oldest boomers reach 84 years, there will be 69 million Americans will be over age 65. That is only 20 years away. How will these people sup... Read >

Building a Retirement Nest Egg from Scratch

The population of people age 65 and over is expected to double in the next 30 years. It is currently 40 Million and will become 80 Million in 2040. Recent events in the economy have challenged the retirement savings of many people. People have been dea... Read >

Financial Freedom is Realistic for All

Recent events in the economy may make “financial freedom" seem out of reach to many. High unemployment has continued over the last year and a half. In addition, the recession has caused many people to spend their savings to survive. There is talk about ... Read >

Baby Boomers Turn 65 Next Year

Baby boomers begin hitting 65 years old next year, 2011. Much has been made about society meeting the needs of the huge group of baby boomers as they age. There is concern about their health and financial support. There are many health issues tha... Read >

"50% of all U.S. Kids will be on food stamps at one point or another"

The latest fact that concerns our economy comes from today's (November 28, 2009) paper: 50% of all U.S. kids will at some point be using food stamps during their childhood. Experts stress that while there are some children who are persistently exposed to... Read >

Does Retirement Look Different Now?

The recession, which they say is ending, continues. Unemployment figures nationally are at 10.2% and are predicted to go to 11% next spring. Unemployment figures for people that have "given up" are higher, at almost 18%. I don't believe that the recessi... Read >

Recession Causes Permanent Changes in the Economy

I recently read an article in Time magazine (Sept. 18 issue) about how our economy is changing as a result of the downturn. Many of the companies that laid people off have realized that they can function without those jobs. They are more profitable. Th... Read >

7,000 People Each Day . . .

7,000 people each day reach the end of their unemployment benefits. How hopeless, powerless and sad that must feel. As I write this the unemployment nationally is 10.2% and is predicted to go to 11% by next spring. They say the recession is over. I ... Read >

Can a Job Provide Financial Security?

Have you been laid off? Are you still looking for a job? Is it taking longer to find a job this time? Are you still thinking that a job brings financial security? If you do, then continue looking for that job. If not, and if you feel it is time to ... Read >

Working from Home on a Snowy Day

It is a very snowy day in Denver, Colorado. It is beautiful, peaceful and quiet. I am at home, cozy and warm, because I work from home. I love what I do! It is my passion to help people and to be able to do that from home is the best of both worlds! ... Read >

A Surprising Requirement of Leadership

For my business, I have been known to advertise for Leaders, Teachers and Trainers. What I didn't know and discovered recently is that one requirement of leadership is to love people. I have known plenty of people who consider themselves leaders and cert... Read >

Is Prosperity A Thing of the Past?

Over this last weekend (November 22, 2008) I heard a radio (NPR) program discussing defined benefit plans (pension plans) and 401k plans. I learned something I didn't know. 401k plans were developed for executives who already had pension plans. It was a... Read >

A "Life Saving" Business

I am shocked! And, frustrated. I just read an article on MSNBC.com about Retirees and Suicide. "Retirement dreams give way to despair, anger" by Melissa Dahl dated November 20, 2008. It seems people are having to change their plans as a result of the ... Read >

A Solution for Stress

Many people are experiencing financial pain due to the recent financial crisis. The events causing the pain are known to all. Poor economic returns, a volatile stock market, a multilayered real estate debacle, and now the possibility of the auto industr... Read >

Offering Hope

I offer hope. It is my primary product. Hope for a better financial future. Hope for better health. Hope for a better life. Are you in the market for some hope? The nature of the business I chose is to help people. We have a truly life-changing ... Read >