National Veterans Small Business Week
National Veterans Small Business Week is a dedicated time to recognize and celebrate the contributions of veterans, National Guard and Reserve members, service members, and military spouse entrepreneurs and their impact on the business world.
What is Taxable in Non-Taxable Retirement Income?
Retirement is a significant milestone in life, and understanding how retirement income is taxed is essential for planning and maintaining financial security during your golden years. By understanding these distinctions, individuals, and families can make informed decisions to optimize their retirement finances.
Personal finance lessons for college students
Leaving home and heading for college is exciting and daunting at the same time. A whole new set of responsibilities are thrust upon the shoulders of these young adults. Financial obligations suddenly become real.
Financial Literacy: Navigating Your Financial Journey
Financial literacy is the empowering knowledge and skills needed to make informed decisions about money, investments, and personal finances. It's the key to mastering your financial present and securing a more prosperous future.
A Spooky Guide to Avoiding Money Pitfalls
October is a month of spooky surprises, and it’s also a time when financial pitfalls can unexpectedly creep up. Let’s take a look at some common financial pitfalls that tend to haunt people during this spooky month and provide tips on how to avoid them.
National Retirement Security Month (NRSM)
Americans face significant difficulties when it comes to having enough money to last them through retirement. According to the latest CNBC Your Money survey conducted by SurveyMonkey, more than half (56 percent) of Americans agree they’re not on track to retire comfortably.
Student Loan Repayments Resumed in October
After a pause of more than three years, interest on federal student loans resumed on September 1, 2023. This means that in October, more than 43 million Americans will need to start repaying loans.
Department of Education Launches New SAVE Income-Driven Repayment Plan
The Department of Education recently launched the most generous federal student loan income-driven repayment (IDR) plan to date — the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) Plan.
National Business Women’s Week: October 15th – October 21st
Women in the United States continue to make significant strides in business and other aspects of American life. According to the Census Bureau, as of 2019, there were over 13 million women-owned firms in the US, employing approximately 9 million people and generating $1.8 trillion in sales.
Strategies for Catching Up on Retirement Savings in Your 40s and 50s
In an ideal world, you diligently set aside a substantial portion of your annual income in a retirement account. Over time, this money would accrue interest, compounds its growth, and ultimately positions you to enjoy a comfortable retirement, perhaps even an early one.