When Someone Dies Without a Will
Where do things proceed from that point? Every day, people die intestate. In legalese, that means without a will. This opens the door for...
Tax Rules on Rental Property
The basics on capital gains & deductions. Buying or selling income property has definite tax consequences. A taxpayer should clearly...
Combining Your Finances When You Marry
How separate (or intertwined) should your financial lives be? Some spouses share everything with each other – including the smallest...
How Will You Spend Your Retirement Savings?
Keep an eye on where it goes, as some destinations may be better than others. You can probably envision how most of your retirement money...
Should You Apply for Social Security Now or Later?
When should you apply for benefits? Consider a few factors first. Now or later? When it comes to the question of Social Security income,...
Key Estate Planning Mistakes to Avoid
Too many people make these common errors. Many affluent professionals and business owners put estate planning on hold. Only the courts...
The Federal Reserve Raises Benchmark Interest Rate
Monetary policy is normalizing due to economic improvement. On March 15, the Federal Reserve raised the benchmark interest rate by a...
The A, B, C, & D of Medicare
Breaking down the basics & what each part covers. Whether your 65th birthday is on the horizon or decades away, you should understand the...
What Could You Do With Your Tax Refund?
About 70% of taxpayers receive sizable refunds from the Internal Revenue Service. Just how sizable? The average refund totals about...
Little Things That May Help Your Retirement Saving
Over time, these seemingly small factors could make a major difference. Saving for retirement takes decades and demands the investment of...