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7 Things to Consider Before Purchasing a Rental Property

7 Things to Consider Before Purchasing a Rental Property

If you have been thinking about purchasing a rental property, there are many things that you should consider before taking the plunge. You may be eager to find your next investment opportunity, but it

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4 Financial Skills You Need to Master in Your 30s

4 Financial Skills You Need to Master in Your 30s

Becoming good with money is more than just making a lot of it. While that certainly helps, knowing how to handle your money wisely makes all the difference between having enough to retire comfortably

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Looking to Buy a New Home? Be Sure to Avoid the Critical Mistake I Made

Looking to Buy a New Home? Be Sure to Avoid the Critical Mistake I Made

Buying a new home is one of the biggest, most life-changing decisions you will ever make. It’s also one of the most stressful experiences you’ll ever go through. There are so many things to think abou

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Financial Resiliency: Is Your Financial Plan Tough Enough?

Financial Resiliency: Is Your Financial Plan Tough Enough?

We all know that life doesn’t always go as planned and sometimes we are faced with tough economic times. With many Americans still reeling from the financial ramifications of the Covid-19 pandemic, it

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Tax Planning 101: Why It Matters and What You Need to Know

Tax Planning 101: Why It Matters and What You Need to Know

There’s no need to be afraid of April 15th if you plan your taxes correctly throughout the year. You can reduce the chances of unpleasant surprises by monitoring your pay and deductions on a regular b

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What You Need to Know About the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Overhaul

What You Need to Know About the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Overhaul

In early October, the US Department of Education announced major changes to a federal student loan forgiveness program that could bring relief to more than 550,000 borrowers working in government and

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Personal vs. Business Financial Planning: What’s the Difference?

Personal vs. Business Financial Planning: What’s the Difference?

Financial planning is important for everyone. It doesn’t matter if you are a stay-at-home parent, an entrepreneur, or someone who spends their days behind a desk in the corporate world. Personal finan

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How the Housing Market Boom Will Affect Potential Homebuyers

How the Housing Market Boom Will Affect Potential Homebuyers

It’s no secret that the housing market is booming. With demand for homes at an all-time high, it seems like a good time to buy. But will this boom be short-lived? Will prices stay high? And perhaps mo

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How the $10,200 unemployment tax break works

How the $10,200 unemployment tax break works

The American Rescue Plan has given unemployed Americans an opportunity to save some serious money on their taxes.  In early March, President Biden signed a $1.9 trillion Covid relief bill that waives

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How to Make 2022 Your Best Year Ever

How to Make 2022 Your Best Year Ever

With a few days left before the calendar changes, if you’re like most people, you’re reflecting on the good (and bad) of the last twelve months and thinking about what you want to accomplish in the ne

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6 Tax Saving Strategies You Should Consider Before December 31st

6 Tax Saving Strategies You Should Consider Before December 31st

With the holidays upon us, you may be thinking tax season is months away and there is plenty of time to prepare. In reality, tax season is right around the corner and now is a great time to ensure tha

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Is Cryptocurrency a Good Investment?

Is Cryptocurrency a Good Investment?

It’s hard to know where to invest these days. The stock market is unpredictable, the housing market is uncertain and even gold isn’t bringing in the profits it used to. So what are your options? If yo

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The New PPP Loan Bill and What It Means for Your Business

The New PPP Loan Bill and What It Means for Your Business

The latest COVID-19 relief package includes well over 5,000 pages of legalese and specific guidelines for how funds are to be used. In short, it’s a complicated document that provides billions of doll

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Child Tax Credit 2021: What’s New, Who Qualifies, and What It Means for Your Wallet

Child Tax Credit 2021: What’s New, Who Qualifies, and What It Means for Your Wallet

Thanks to a provision in the American Rescue Plan, millions of parents across the country are set to receive a monthly payment through the end of the year — which varies based on age for children 17 a

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What Dave Ramsey’s Baby Steps Are Missing

What Dave Ramsey’s Baby Steps Are Missing

If you’ve ever done a Google search on personal finance, budgeting, or getting out of debt — there’s a good chance you’ve come across the name Dave Ramsey.  For those unfamiliar, Dave is a well-respec

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Should I Put Money Into a Traditional or Roth IRA?

Should I Put Money Into a Traditional or Roth IRA?

In the court of public opinion, the individual retirement account — or IRA — is one of the most popular options when it comes to funding your retirement.  That’s because an IRA offers various tax bene

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How to Plan for Retirement in Your 30s

How to Plan for Retirement in Your 30s

If you operate a business on tight margins or have an income that doesn’t leave you with much wiggle room, retirement may be the last thing on your mind in your 30s. However, the longer you wait to ta

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COVID, Stimulus Checks, and 2020 Taxes: Important Things You Need to Know

COVID, Stimulus Checks, and 2020 Taxes: Important Things You Need to Know

2020 was an extremely difficult and complex year for just about everyone. Between the COVID-19 pandemic, rising unemployment, and a contentious presidential election, most Americans are more than happ

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With Interest Rates Nearing Historic Lows, Is Now the Time to Refinance?

With Interest Rates Nearing Historic Lows, Is Now the Time to Refinance?

Interest rates are at their lowest point in years, causing many homeowners to take a second look at their mortgage. If you’ve been considering refinancing your home, now may be the time to do it.  How

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What the Biden Administration Means for Your Wallet

What the Biden Administration Means for Your Wallet

With the inauguration of President Biden now behind us, it is time to look ahead to what the next four years could look like — specifically as it relates to our finances.  While Biden has made some an

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