While we often think that it is only seniors that are targeted by scammers and fraudsters, it is important to be aware that anyone can become a target and incur financial loss. In fact, according to the Federal Trade Commission, the largest demographic of victims of cybercrime were aged 30-39, followed by victims aged 40-49. … Common Types of Scams and How to Avoid Them
If this blog feels a tad familiar, it is, but stick with us. Since the cost of groceries has continued to increase, we wanted to continue the dialog again to help you with the cost of feeding your family. Although inflation is beginning to stabilize, food costs are still on the rise. According to data … Shop Smart: Tips for Saving Money at the Grocery Store
While the term Sandwich Generation may be unfamiliar, you, or someone you know is likely part of this growing demographic. Between the trend of people starting families later and grown children leaving the nest later, many middle-aged adults are left feeling like they are stuck in the middle of people needing their help. This pinch … The Sandwich Generation and Their Financial Future
If you are like most Americans, you no longer or perhaps have never received your pay in the form of a paper check. American Payroll Association estimates that while some people are still paid with paper checks, an overwhelming 93% of employees receive their paycheck directly deposited. Additionally, some employees use payroll cards and reloadable … Pay Stubs & Tax Withholding 101
Credit cards can be an important part of managing your financial situation when used correctly, but what do you need to know about being smart when it comes to credit cards? Making credit cards work for you can be confusing, but here are some tips to help you get started. Choose 0% According to Lendingtree, … Making Credit Cards Work for You
Whether you are shopping for a new advisor, or you have had the same advisor for years, it is important to understand how your advisor and their firm generate revenue. While cost only seems to matter if you fail to see value in the services you are receiving, there are several reasons why it is … Breaking Down Fee-Based vs. Fee Only Financial Advisors
Changing jobs can carry a mix of emotions depending on the reason for the career change. Regardless of the reason for the job change, one thing everyone needs to know is what their options are with their 401k account from a previous employer. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that Americans will hold over … Forgetting something? What to do with your 401k when leaving a job
Whether you are planning to do your own, or hire a pro, you are probably getting ready to file your tax return soon. You may wonder why you need to file a tax return. Think of your return like this, you probably made money from a few different sources (income) last year. You probably paid … Tax Time Tips
In 2022, in attempts to stop runaway inflation, the Federal Reserve increased Federal Funds rate 7 times increasing rates a total of 4.25%. This is perhaps one of the most aggressive increases in recent history, but what does it mean for you? Let’s take a little look at how the Federal Reserve works and how … How does the Federal interest rate affect me?
Whether it’s on your phone, on the nightly news or scrolling on the bottom banner of your web browser, you probably have seen the performance of the market indexes such as the Dow Jones Industrial or the S&P 500. We see the familiar red and green arrows as we go about our days without giving … Understanding Market Indexes
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