Tips on how manage your money during the holiday season

Welcome Back: Managing Finances During the Holiday Shopping Season As Black Friday approaches, many of us are gearing up for a weekend of holiday shopping. According to the National Retail … Read More

New warning about store-issued credit cards

Credit Card Debt: The Hidden Dangers of Store-Brand Cards When checking out at your favorite retail store, it’s easy to be tempted by the offer to open a store-brand credit … Read More

Shining Light on Gold Taxes: How Your Yellow Metal Is Affected by the Taxman

Over the past 10 years, the price of gold has more than doubled. Driven by concerns about the economy, fears of market volatility and geopolitical instability, demand for the precious … Read More

Raising the Retirement Age: A Likely Solution to Strengthening Social Security

Politicians’ Assurances Don’t Matter: Plan for a Higher Retirement Age Even though politicians from both parties have assured Americans that the retirement age won’t be lifted, from a financial planning … Read More

Retirement Showdown: Joe Biden and Donald Trump’s Plans Put to the Test

Presidential Candidates’ Plans for Retirement in America From former President Donald Trump’s proposals to cut taxes for older Americans to Vice President Kamala Harris’ plans for lowering prescription drug prices, … Read More

Beyond the Filter: Can You Trust TikTok’s Financial Gurus?

A Scary Story About Impulse Spending Last weekend, I was at a bar with my roommate when she flipped her phone around to show me an Instagram ad for a … Read More

Breaking the Bank: How to Get Financial Planning for Free (or Cheap)

Hiring a Financial Planner: Not Always Affordable Hiring a financial planner can help you set both short-term and long-term goals for your monetary life, and set out strategies to achieve … Read More

Out of Pocket: Many Older Workers Fear They Won’t Have Enough to Retire

Nearly Two-Thirds of Older Workers Fear Inadequate Retirement Funds Nearly two-thirds of older workers fear their Social Security benefits and 401(k) savings will end up being inadequate to support their … Read More