Newsletters

August

• HOT TOPIC: Is the U.S. Economy in a Recession?

  This article looks at how a recession is officially determined and some current indicators that suggest strength or weakness in the U.S. economy.

• Inflation Protection for Investment Dollars

  Did you know that Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS) can help hedge a bond portfolio against inflation? This article explains how.

• Life Insurance Living Benefits

  In addition to the death benefit, life insurance policies can provide other benefits while the policyholder is still alive. Find out more.

• Uncle Sam Wants to Know About Your Gig Income

  Discover how a 2022 IRS tax reporting change could affect people who are self-employed or whose side job pays through an app or online platform.

• Sticker Shock Is No Joke for Car Buyers

  This article discusses recent trends affecting the automotive market and includes suggestions for those who want to purchase a vehicle.

• Six Steps to Starting a New Business

  Have you thought about starting your own business? Here’s an overview of some important first steps in the entrepreneurial process.

July

• Should You Consider Tapping the Equity in Your Home?

  Using home equity to fund other financial objectives has potential benefits and risks. This article looks at various ways to tap home equity.

• WEP and GPO Can Reduce Social Security Benefits

  Explore how the windfall elimination provision and the government pension offset can affect Social Security benefits for people who earned a pension in noncovered employment.

June

• Avoiding Probate

  Probate can result in added expenses and delays when settling an estate. Read about four ways to avoid the probate process.

• Consider a Bond Ladder for Rising Interest Rates

  A bond ladder can help mitigate the effect of rising rates, generate income, and dampen the effects of stock market volatility. Learn more.

May

• Working While Receiving Social Security Benefits

  Do you understand how working in retirement can affect your Social Security benefits? Read this article to find out.

• Planning to Quit Your Job? What to Know Before You Go

  Millions of U.S. workers voluntarily left their jobs in 2021. Here are some things to keep in mind if you’re considering quitting.

April

• What’s the Difference Between Medicare and Medicaid?

  Medicare and Medicaid may seem similar, but what each program pays for and for whom can be very different.

March

• HOT TOPIC: Colliding Forces: Russia, Oil, Inflation, and Market Volatility

  Find out more about rising oil prices related to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and the potential effects on U.S. consumers and investors.

• Mutual Funds: Do You Know What’s in Your Portfolio?

  It’s important for investors to understand the funds in their portfolios. This article provides an overview of different types of funds.

• If You Don’t Have a Will, You Probably Should

  Do you have a will? If not, this article offers three key reasons why you should.

February

• HOT TOPIC: Help Wanted: Why Can’t Businesses Find Enough Workers?

  This article discusses the U.S. workforce and what the shifting labor market could mean for workers, employers, inflation, and economic growth.

• How to Correct an Error on Your Credit Report

  Did you know credit report errors more than doubled during the pandemic? Find out how to get your free credit report and correct any errors.

January

• Charitable Giving Can Be a Family Affair

  Discover four ways to incorporate charitable giving into an overall financial plan that fulfills a family’s wish to “give back.”

• Your Social Security Statement: What’s in It for You?

  This article explains some of the key information provided on a personalized Social Security Statement.

December

• Is Your Business Eligible for the Research and Development Tax Credit?

  U.S. business owners who spent money to develop new products or improve existing products or trade processes may qualify for the federal R&D tax credit.

November

• Is a High-Deductible Health Plan Right for You?

  What distinguishes HDHPs from preferred provider organizations (PPOs)? Learn about some key differences between the plans.

• Do You Have a Tax-Smart Withdrawal Strategy?

  Explore the tax treatment of different types of retirement accounts and the tax consequences of withdrawals, especially from multiple accounts.

October

• Four Reasons to Review Your Life Insurance Needs

  This article looks at major life events and the need to review your life insurance coverage in light of changing circumstances.

• Fund Retirement and Reward Workers with a Cash Balance Plan

  Do you know how cash balance retirement plans can help small business owners reduce taxable income and catch up on their savings? Find out.

September

• Signs of a Scam…and How to Resist It

  Discover four common practices that might help you identify and avoid scams.