Most Americans know the fundamentals of good health: exercise, proper diet, sufficient sleep, regular check-ups, and no smoking or excessive alcohol. Yet, despite this knowledge, changing existing behaviors can be difficult.
Financial Planning
April 21, 2025 Weekly Market Insights
U.S. stocks slipped over the shortened trading week as Q1 corporate reports started to roll in.
Protecting Your Home Against Flood Loss
In 2021, the average flood claim payout from the National Flood Insurance Program was $44,401.
How Will Working Affect Social Security Benefits?
In a recent survey, 75% of current workers stated they plan to work for pay after retiring.
April 7, 2025 Weekly Market Insights
Stocks fell broadly last week as domestic and foreign markets reacted to the White House’s tariffs.
Red Flags for Tax Auditors
No one wants to see an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) auditor show up at their door. The IRS can’t audit every American’s tax return, so it relies on guidelines to select the ones most deserving of its attention.
How to Appeal Your Property Taxes
The procedures and requirements for challenging the assessed value of your property will differ by state, but you should consider a number of general factors.
March 24, 2025 Weekly Market Insights
Stocks notched a solid gain last week as upbeat comments from the Fed helped stocks snap their four-week losing streak.
Social Security Fairness Act’s New Chapter
The Social Security Fairness Act, signed into law in December 2024, adjusts two longstanding provisions that previously reduced Social Security benefits for certain recipients: the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO).
Three Key Questions to Answer Before Taking Social Security
Social Security is a critical component of the retirement financial strategy for many Americans, so before you begin taking it, you should consider three important questions.