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As we reach the end of 2021, it is a good time to assess the financial world and start to make our plans for 2022. There were a lot of concerns about how the tax code might change. It now appears that there will not be many big changes. The failed Build Back Better plan in Washington was where ...

As we approach Christmas Eve 2021, it is important to remember that this has been a difficult year for many Americans.Just as we start to believe the pandemic is under control, we see another surge in the virus. It has been a long two years and we are all ready for some sense of normalcy, but ...

Most people are feeling the rush as they prepare for Christmas, which is just a little over a week away.Unfortunately, crooks are very busy at this time of the year. Many people are getting packages delivered to their front porches. Porch Pirates sometimes drive up and down streets looking for ...

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 three weeks left and many financial companies work with skeleton crews during the holiday season. This means time is of the essence.First, make sure you ...

This week, we saw increased volatility in the stock market.Black Friday is the traditional start of the Christmas shopping season. This year, it was “black” in the stock market. The Dow was down 905 points — the largest drop in more than a year.Four days later on Nov. 30, it was down ...

Happy Thanksgiving Day!Most people have been looking forward to today for more than a year. Last year, many families were afraid to gather in groups and air transportation was very limited. This year we get at least a sense of normalcy. One change is some of the biggest retailers in the country ...