Participant Insights

Portfolio rebalancing, how to budget your money, what’s an HSA and who needs one? Preparing for retirement is hard. From personal finance basics to retirement planning and everything in between, we’ve got a few ideas to make life a little simpler. Contact MCF with any questions.

Financial Wellness

Finding Extra Dollars

October 1, 2019 Savings

With so many financial responsibilities, you may feel that there isn’t a lot of wiggle room in your budget for increases in retirement savings. Here are a few suggestions to help make it work:

Understanding Market Volatility

September 17, 2019 Investment Basics Planning

Some investors try to “time” the market, or buy and sell based on their guess about what the market will do next. By doing so, they often miss out on the best days. The graph below shows the difference between investors who stayed in the market during volatile periods with those who only briefly left, but missed some of the market’s best upswings.

Borrowing Against Your Retirement: More Costly Than You Think

September 17, 2019 Planning Savings

Participating in the Company's Retirement Plan is a smart and important decision. Smart because you are putting away small amounts today for a comfortable retirement later.

What's an HSA?

August 19, 2019 Investment Basics Savings

Health savings accounts (HSAs) have grown tremendously in popularity over the past few years. You’ve probably heard of them or maybe your employer offers one. This memo will uncover answers to common questions you may have about HSAs.

Rebalancing Your Portfolio

August 6, 2019 Investment Basics Savings

As a participant in your company’s retirement plan, you are already serious about saving for your future. Whether you are retiring in a few weeks or a few decades, you may need to protect your investment. A healthy way to do this is to rebalance your portfolio.

Summer Homework

July 15, 2019 Planning Savings

We know you’re ready for summer! But, how’s your retirement plan doing? Summer can serve as a preview of your retirement — long days in the sun and spending time with your loved ones! So, what better time to do a routine check-up on your retirement plan! Protect your loved ones and ensure you are keeping up to date with your retirement plan with our summer homework assignments!