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Quarter in Review 2020 is a year for the history books. As COVID-19 killed more than 341,000 Americans, the economy tanked in the first half of the year and has made an impressive comeback during the second half. Stock marketsREAD MORE

As COVID-19 carved its destructive path through the economy in 2020, Congress provided stimulus and relief provisions in the CARES Act. As the crisis continued, it was widely acknowledged that a second round of stimulus would be needed, and soon.READ MORE

Many of us work hard and manage our money in the hopes of a comfortable retirement someday. But it can be difficult to know how long we must work and how much money we need to accumulate to maintain aREAD MORE

If you think financial planning is only for the rich, think again. People from all walks of life can benefit greatly from planning their finances. Developing a sound financial plan and sticking to it can greatly improve your chances ofREAD MORE

IRAs are a great way to put money away for the future. The benefits of a traditional IRA include a tax deduction for contributing (if you qualify for one). With a Roth IRA, you cannot take a deduction for contributions,READ MORE