A guide for parents and legal guardians. The U.S. Department of Agriculture estimates the cost of raising a child to the age of 17 for a middle-income family will be about $285,000. That’s approaching the median value of a…
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The 3-minute quarterly updated and insights for quarter 2 of 2023. After a strong start to the year, stocks shrugged off bank woes, debt ceiling gridlock, and recession jitters to turn out a powerful Q2 performance. Is the bear…
Retirement offers an opportunity to explore the world and embark on exciting travel adventures. However, it’s essential for you to prioritize your safety and well-being during your trips. One crucial aspect of travel planning for a retiree is selecting…
Have you noticed Mom or Dad showing signs of decline? Are you worried about your elderly uncle living at home by himself? You’re not alone. Many of us will find ourselves making care decisions for our parents or other…
Building wealth is a goal that requires time, effort, and discipline. Don’t get sucked in by get-rich-quick schemes and too-good-to-be-true opportunities that can send you down the wrong path. Although is seems like an overwhelming task, anyone can accomplish…
Are you considering taking a personal loan? First, it’s important to understand what it is before taking action. A personal loan allows you to borrow money to pay for personal expenses as a form of installment debt. You might…
On December 23, 2022, Congress passed the bill containing the Secure 2.0 Act retirement provisions. This Act will reshape retirement tax incentives for years to come through changing existing retirement account rules and related tax breaks. Here is a…
Many Americans are planning ahead for uncertain times by adopting financial resolutions for the new year. According to a 2023 financial resolutions study by Fidelity, more than half of Americans are considering a financial resolution. About half are ready…
Hey there new parent! With the excitement of a new baby, it’s easy to overlook some key financial steps to take, like updating beneficiary designations. Here are a few steps you should consider. Update your health insurance policy Unfortunately,…
As a parent, one of many responsibilities is to guide your children towards becoming successful contributors to society. You want to give them all the tools needed to step into adulthood mentally and financially prepared. You want to do…