News & Articles
The Car Buying Process in 7 Steps
Buying a car is one of the biggest financial choices you’ll make. While the overall inventory situation has improved, many are still experiencing sticker shock at the car lot when it’s time to shop. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed or pressured into a deal that may not be right for you but with the right preparation, you can take control of the process, avoid costly mistakes, and drive away with a [...]
Dollars and Sense: A Blueprint for Prioritizing Bills
If it feels like there’s never quite enough to cover everything, you’re not alone. A quarter of American households are living paycheck to paycheck, according to Bank of America—making it harder than ever to stay on top of monthly bills. With inflation stretching budgets thin, many people are facing impossible choices about which expenses to cover now and which must wait. While there’s no one-size-fits-all solution, these key strategies can [...]
Filing Final Tax Returns for the Deceased
When a family member passes away, there are many decisions that need to be made and many emotions to handle. The last thing anyone thinks about is taxes. Unfortunately, even the deceased can’t escape taxation. If the departed family member earned taxable income during the year in which they died, then federal taxes may be owed. An executor or a survivor must, therefore, file a final federal income tax [...]