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What Will Happen to Your SSA Benefits Under the Fairness Act?

Are you among the 66 million Americans relying on Social Security benefits? If so, you're not alone. (1) On average, retirees get about $1,827 a month from Social Security. (2) For many, this money is a big part of their retirement income. The new Social Security...

Achieve Financial Goals Using an Athlete’s Mindset

In January, gyms see the highest number of sign-ups. Perhaps the new-year surge of motivation pushes us to start strong with a clear vision of success. But what happens when individuals lose that “beginning of the year mindset?” Athletes are a great example of this –...

Feeling Stuck in the Squeeze? Financial Considerations for the Sandwich Generation

Are you stretched thin caring for both your parents and your children? You're not alone. Many Americans find themselves financially squeezed, caught between caring for their children and young adults, while also providing for their aging parents. Imagine a world where...
Tips for Leaving an Inheritance to Family

Tips for Leaving an Inheritance to Family

Families inherit money and sometimes make the right moves in investing and spending. Inheritances can also ignite disruption, divorce, and a host of bad behavior – far from the hopes and plans of the benefactor. What happens when you leave what’s probably one of your...

Crucial Estate Planning Steps Before It’s Too Late

Crucial Estate Planning Steps Before It’s Too Late

The countdown to the sunset of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act has started As 2026 approaches, the financial and legal communities are abuzz with discussions about the imminent sunset of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. For many, this translates to pressing changes...

U.S. Credit Card Debt Just Passed $1 Trillion

U.S. Credit Card Debt Just Passed $1 Trillion

A 5-step plan to liberate yourself from burdensome credit card debt Do you know just how massive the amount of one trillion dollars truly is? Well, consider this: Time in Seconds: If you counted from one to one trillion at a rate of one number per second, it would...

6 Answers to Your 401(k) Questions

6 Answers to Your 401(k) Questions

When working with clients to develop their financial plans, integrating 401(k) accounts into an overall retirement strategy is an important part of the process. For most people, their 401(k) represents their largest source of funds set aside for retirement. Whether...

5 Signs You Need A Financial Planner

5 Signs You Need A Financial Planner

Asking for Help: A Sign of Strength, Not Weakness Sometimes, it's difficult to admit that we need assistance. We often believe that we should handle things independently, whether it's addressing a persistent injury, fixing a leaky faucet, changing the oil in our car,...