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Common Misconceptions about Life Insurance

With the cost of most goods and services on the rise, straining many household budgets, families are likely looking for ways to cut expenses. But it’s important to make wise decisions before cutting, as some expenses are worth more than they cost and can provide a lot of benefits. … read more

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Understanding the Real Estate Landscape

Understanding the Real Estate Landscape

Trends in real estate and home buying go far beyond mortgage rates and home prices. Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate has identified several more trends that provide insight into today’s homebuyer and what they are looking for in a home. Who are … read more

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How to Build a Healthy Money Mindset for a Stable Financial Future

Building and managing your wealth is a lifelong process that can have major implications for you, your children and other beneficiaries. While your path to building wealth should be tailored to your circumstances, this three-pronged approach from Freddie Mac can help you plan … read more

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How to Make the Most of Your Health Savings Account

It’s that time of year again: You feel the tickle in the back of your throat, think you’re coming down with something, and visit the local urgent care. They ask for a copay, and you pay it. But have you given any thought … read more

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How to Be a Philanthropist When Money is Tight

While contributing to a worthwhile cause is a common aspiration, actually doing so right now may feel unrealistic if you’re struggling with your own finances. According to an April 2023 Gallup study, 61% of U.S. adults said recent price increases have caused financial … read more

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5 Tips for First-Time Car Buyers

If you ask anyone you know about purchasing their first car, chances are they’ll be able to recount every detail (good or bad) about the car and the process of how they got those keys into their hands. Purchasing a car is oftentimes … read more

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How to Avoid Being Tricked by a Familiar Voice in a ‘Grandparent Scam’

You may have heard about older adults being tricked into sending money to someone they think is a grandchild or other relative in trouble and thought to yourself, “How could anyone fall for that?” But the truth is, today’s advanced technology makes it … read more

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Tips for Taking Write-Offs on Home Office Updates

Home business owners may not always be aware of the tax write-offs they can take. This includes write-offs on any office expenses or updates, so long as your home office meets certain basic requirements. Ideally, you will work with your accountant on figuring … read more

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Budgeting with the ’50/20/30′ Rule

We just finished the first quarter of 2022. Did you start a budget? If not, don’t make it too complicated. The most important part of preparing a budget is getting started. You can track your spending with Quicken, Mint, Excel or paper and … read more

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