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Should you Include Social Security in Retirement Planning Projections?
This week it was reported that the Social Security Trust Fund would run out of money in 2034 (combined OASDI funds deplete in 2035).
What are 529 Plans?
Created in 1996 and named after Section 529 of the Internal Revenue Code, these are qualified tuition plans meant to provide tax advantages to those saving for higher education expenses.
Strategies to Avoid Identity Theft
How does identity theft happen? Electronic Breach: In this scenario, a thief accesses your computer or third-party systems to acquire your personal information. Here are some best practices to deal with this scenario.
Understanding Your Credit Score
Your credit score is an important piece of your financial life. Many people understand that their credit score will be taken into account when they apply for credit. Common examples include applying for a mortgage, car loan, student loan, credit card, etc. However,...
New Tax Withholding Tables
The IRS recently updated the payroll income-tax withholding tables to reflect changes made by the tax reform legislation last year. On average, the expectation is that the impact per pay could be in the range of $50 to $100 more in each paycheck. If you have seen a...