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The Rise of Consumer Credit and How to Manage Your Own

How often do you use a credit card? Perhaps you even use more than one. In today’s economy, the small rectangle of plastic (or metal) in your wallet is more than just a tool for buying groceries; it is a gateway to a complex financial ecosystem. To truly understand credit cards, we have to look [...]

By |2026-03-23T11:11:29-04:00March 23rd, 2026|Blog, Blogs, Financial Planning, History|

Tax Season Alert! A Less-Stress Tax Filing Checklist

Tax season can sometimes bring a mix of anxiety and a long list of action items, but it doesn’t have to! And you don’t have to be an expert on the tax code or a senior accountant to have a smooth filing experience. The secret ingredient is organization. By gathering your documents early, you can [...]

By |2026-03-16T09:33:19-04:00March 16th, 2026|Blog, Blogs, Taxes, Taxes & Tax Planning|

A History of Modern Credit and Why It’s Important Today

You’re probably familiar with credit in your everyday life. Many Americans have credit cards, use them for everyday expenses, and (most) try to act responsibly to increase their credit scores. But where did it all come from? How did “credit” come about? And why is it such a prevalent part of our daily lives? The [...]

By |2026-03-09T09:18:56-04:00March 9th, 2026|Blog, Blogs, History|

Celebrating National Credit Awareness Month

March is the start of spring, which means the chilly weather is subsiding, the days are getting longer, and you might even begin planning your summer plans. But March is also National Credit Awareness Month. While cleaning out your gutters or planting seeds might be on your to-do list, this month serves as a vital [...]

By |2026-03-01T12:45:00-05:00March 1st, 2026|Blog, Blogs, Financial Planning|

How Home Sales Are Taxed: What Every Homeowner Should Know

Selling a home is a significant financial event, and understanding the tax implications can help homeowners protect their profit and avoid unexpected liabilities. When you sell your residence, the gain you realize may be subject to capital gains tax, but in many cases, favorable tax rules can help reduce that tax burden. Let’s take a [...]

By |2026-02-17T08:42:49-05:00February 17th, 2026|Blog, Blogs, Tax Strategies, Taxes, Taxes & Tax Planning|

Income Tax vs. Capital Gains Tax: What’s the Difference?

Understanding the difference between income tax and capital gains tax is a key part of smart financial planning. While both are ways the government collects revenue, they apply to very different types of money you receive. Here are the questions you most likely have, and the answers that can help you understand the basics of [...]

By |2026-02-09T09:25:07-05:00February 9th, 2026|Blog, Blogs, Tax Strategies, Taxes, Taxes & Tax Planning|

Tax Updates for 2026: Key Things to Know This Year

Thanks to the permanent changes made by the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA) and the annual inflation adjustments from the IRS, the 2026 tax year brings some changes you might want to make note of. Getting a handle on these updates can help you plan out your financial moves throughout this year, so let’s [...]

By |2026-02-02T19:21:11-05:00February 2nd, 2026|Blog, Blogs, Taxes, Taxes & Tax Planning|

A Brief History of the Social Security COLA

Although to some of us it may seem as if Social Security has always been around, that isn’t the case. The Social Security Act was signed into law by President Franklin D. Roosevelt on August 14, 1935. Its aim was to address the economic hardships of the Great Depression and provide an income source, specifically [...]

By |2026-01-21T09:53:32-05:00January 26th, 2026|Blog, History, Social Security|

A How-To Guide to Your “my Social Security” Account

While the Social Security Administration will still mail you a statement once a year if you’re over the age of 60, they really encourage everyone to create a “my Social Security” account for better security and easier access to forms and information. With an online account, you don’t have to wait for the mail to arrive or worry whether [...]

By |2026-01-20T07:21:04-05:00January 20th, 2026|Blog, Social Security|
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