Year: 2019

Is College Worth It? Understanding the Costs & Benefits of College   Introduction The decision about whether or not to attend college is a serious one with lifelong implications. Changes in the U.S. economy, a decade of lost growth, and a revolution in technology are challenging attitudes about a traditional college education. While college used […]Continue reading

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The last thing you’d want to think about is your own death. But the fact is–death is inevitable. While it’s a difficult topic to process, it’s a good thing to be prepared and plan ahead for when the time comes. Ask yourself these questions: How will my family pay for my funeral expenses? How will […]Continue reading

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There’s a common misconception that estate planning is only for the wealthy. Regardless of your financial situation, an estate plan allows you to have a plan in place after your death. Especially if you have a house, children, and other assets, you need to consider getting a plan in place. Having an estate plan ensures: […]Continue reading

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  In a digitally connected world, the Internet and social platforms enable young adults access to boundless heaps of knowledge. This can allow them to feel connected and confident when it comes to many things, including their finances. But the reality is that there is an alarming gap between financial confidence and knowledge. An industry […]Continue reading

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Back in October of 2014, hackers accessed the personal information of over 83 million JP Morgan Chase customers. Fortunately, the hackers weren’t able to access financial information or gain access to client accounts. However, they were able to obtain other important data such as names, phone numbers, addresses, and email addresses of any current or […]Continue reading

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Life happens and then you’re hit with an unexpected expense that can leave you thinking “I really wish I saw that one coming.” Many people today are living paycheck to paycheck, but what happens when your car breaks down, your HVAC unit malfunctions, or you experience paying for unforeseen health care costs? Shocking studies reveal […]Continue reading

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The warmer seasons are fast approaching as temperatures are beginning to rise and the fresh buds are blooming. The changing season is when many look forward to activities such as spending the weekend on the lake or at a beach, family cookouts, graduations and more importantly…vacations! These times are when we can indulge ourselves by […]Continue reading

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