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2026 Tax Law Changes

2026 Tax Law Changes

The One Big Beautiful Bill is now law. Here’s a clear breakdown of what changed, what’s temporary, and what it means for you.

August 24, 2026 Weekly Market Insights

August 24, 2026 Weekly Market Insights

Stocks declined last week as global investors fretted about oil-supply-induced inflation. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index declined 1.43 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index slid 2.05 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 0.85 percent. The MSCI...

Medicare vs. Medicaid

Medicare vs. Medicaid

Medicare and Medicaid are two separate, government-run programs. They are operated and funded by different parts of the government and primarily serve different groups. Medicare is a federal program that provides health coverage if you are 65+ or under 65 and have a...

Qualifying For Medicare Under Age 65

Qualifying For Medicare Under Age 65

When you are under 65, you become eligible for Medicare if: You have received Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) checks for at least 24 months Or, you have been diagnosed with End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Eligibility for Medicare due to a disability You may...

August 24, 2026 Weekly Market Insights

August 10, 2026 Weekly Market Insights

Stocks bolted ahead last week as investors cheered the last big week of Q2 corporate reports and a Friday jobs update that put the spotlight on the Fed's next move with short-term rates. The Standard & Poor's 500 Index advanced 3.57 percent, while the Nasdaq...