Tax Deduction vs Tax Credit

My (Ice Cream) Emergency Fund

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Life After Death (All About Life Insurance)

When purchasing life insurance, here are some strategies, tips, and information that can help you make the best decision for yourself and your loved ones.

Home Warranties Are They Worthwhile?

An honest look at the pros and cons of a home warranty.  Warranties are a tool for homeowners to protect themselves from unpleasant surprises. Here's how they work and when and how to consider them as part of your financial plan.

How To Choose a Financial Advisor

When it comes to financial planning, having someone who you trust, someone who understands you and your family, is critically important.  Oftentimes, we know the right choices to make, we just need someone who will help re-assure us during trying times, someone who can push us to do what we know we should already be doing.

Tax Deduction vs Tax Credit

Getting your taxes done right and reducing the amount you owe is an important task each year. In retirement, we lose many of the credits and deductions we had in our working years – which can increase our effective tax rates.