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This week we are going to discuss some financial things you should consider before the end of the year.As you read this, there are only about four weeks left and many financial companies work with skeleton crews during the holiday. This means time is of the essence.First, make sure you have ...

Happy Thanksgiving Day!This year both for todayÄ¢¹½ÊÓÆµ food cost and upcoming Christmas shopping we are facing increased inflation that has not been this high for 40 years.During the fall holiday season, many families get together to enjoy dinner. Often the two subjects to avoid are politics and ...

We are about half way through this yearÄ¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Medicare open enrollment period. It runs every year between Oct. 15 through Dec. 7.This is a seniorÄ¢¹½ÊÓÆµ chance to change their plan for next year. People may have started seeing a new doctor or had a change to their medication. It is important to ...

This year has been a major challenge for the stock market. The long running bull market turned into a bear which meant at least a 20% drop in value. Lately we have seen some recovery, but there is no guarantee that we might not retest earlier lows.If you look at a chart of stock market ...

Half of U.S. adults in a recent survey said they are overwhelmed by their finances.This study completed in April was commissioned by Bankrate. Most people would probably agree that things have only gotten worse since then. A large number of the survey participants said these financial issues ...

Many people work their whole lives trying to achieve retirement.Once the family is raised, the house is paid for and other financial goals are achieved, it is time to live every day like itÄ¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Saturday. So, how do we know if the target is likely to be reached? Ben Franklin said, “If you fail ...