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Weekly Market Insights | Markets Weather Volatile Week
Stocks logged a third-straight down week as investors digested the latest news out of the Middle East, navigated more volatility, and mulled the latest economic data. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index declined 1.60 percent, while the...
Read MoreThe Psychology of Financial FOMO: Why the start of a new year can amplify the fear of missing out
Explore the psychology of financial FOMO and why the start of a new year amplifies fear-based investing. Learn how emotions impact money decisions and how to stay grounded, focused and aligned with your long-term financial plan.
Read MoreHave You Taken Your RMD Yet? Why October Is the Perfect Time to Check
October is the perfect time to confirm you’ve taken your RMD. Avoid year-end stress, tax penalties, and explore smart strategies like QCDs or combining withdrawals from multiple IRA accounts.
Read MoreRetirement Planning in Your 20s, 30s, 40s and 50s: A Decade-by-Decade Guide
Retirement planning looks different in your 20s, 30s, 40s, and 50s. From building habits early to maximizing savings later, each decade offers steps to stay on track. Start now, adjust as life changes, and set up a secure future.
Read MoreWhy Millennials Need an Estate Strategy - Now More Than Ever
Older millennials are in their prime earning years with assets, families, and responsibilities to protect. An estate strategy ensures your wishes are honored, your loved ones are cared for, and what you’ve built is secure.
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Teaching Kids and Teens About Money: A Guide for Parents
As parents ourselves, we know how much we want to set our kids up for success — not just in school or sports, but in life. And one of the most important life skills we can pass on is how to manage money with confidence. We’ve had these...
Read MoreWhat To Do With Your Tax Refund?
Wondering what to do with your tax refund? Use it to boost savings, pay down debt, or invest in your goals. Here are 6 smart ways to make the most of your refund—and how we can help you build a plan that fits your life.
Read MoreIRA Contributions 101: Maximizing Your Retirement Savings Before the Deadline
Maximize your retirement savings with IRA contributions before the April 15 deadline. Learn about contribution limits, tax benefits, and why making last-minute contributions can boost your retirement planning for 2024.
Read MoreTop Tips for Tax Season Prep: Filing Without the Stress
Tax season can be stress-free! Gather documents early, stay updated on tax laws, maximize deductions, and file early. Plan your refund wisely, use direct deposit, and prepare for next year by tracking expenses and adjusting withholdings.
Read MoreSetting Financial Goals for 2025: Your Path to Success
Now that we’re well into January, it's a perfect time to reflect, plan, and set achievable financial goals. Whether you're aiming to build your retirement nest egg, pay down debt, or save for a big purchase, a solid financial plan is...
Read MoreTrick or Treat Your Way to Savings: Budgeting Tips for National Savings Day
While the spooky season is all about indulging in sweet treats, and pumpkin spice lates, it is also the perfect time to get serious about your finances. What if we told you that managing your money can be as fun as sorting your...
Read MoreCelebrating Labor Day: Uniting the Workforce
LifeBridge Financial Group's Labor Day blog celebrates the workforce, highlighting open communication, work-life balance, and professional growth. Client Service Associate Brigette Bazile shares how these values help her thrive and succeed
Read MoreCredit Score Myths Debunked: How to Truly Improve Your Financial Health
Credit scores are pivotal in shaping our financial landscape, influencing the ability to secure loans, the interest rates we're offered, and even our prospects for renting a home. Yet, misconceptions about what impacts these scores...
Read MoreMaximize Your Workplace Retirement: A Guide to Securing Your Financial Future
Are you one of the many employees pondering over your workplace retirement savings? Do you often wonder if you're making the most of your opportunities to build a secure financial future? In this guide, we'll explore strategies to help...
Read MoreFinancial Planning for Families: Balancing Life, Health, and Property Protection
Financial planning is not merely a task but a journey towards ensuring the long-term well-being of your family. In this extensive guide, we will delve into the critical aspects of balancing life, health, and property protection,...
Read MoreStarting a Small Business: Financial Considerations and Tips for Success
This post could provide advice on how to start and run a successful small business, including understanding startup costs, managing cash flow, and seeking out financing options.If you have the entrepreneurial itch, you may have already...
Read MoreThe Top Investment Strategies for Long-Term Financial Success
The uncertainty of the market has us all thinking about how our investments are doing. Even during times of inflation, interest rate hikes and talks of recession, investing is key to building wealth. Here are strategies you can...
Read More4 Ways To Set Yourself Up For Success In 2023
2023 is the perfect opportunity to take back control of your finances and create a blank slate for yourself. You can create several resolutions and goals that you want to achieve and work through them throughout the year. Take the...
Read MoreFive Money Habits That Hurt Your Retirement Savings
Saving for retirement can be difficult. You end up saving for decades, other expenses come up, you need to meet other savings goals, or you think that you’ll “get around to it.” It’s easy to put saving for...
Read More5 Reasons You Should Consider Moving Your 401K Into An IRA
Since 401(k)s are employer-sponsored retirement accounts, as you change jobs and companies you will start to accumulate multiple 401(k)s. You can choose to cash out your account, leave your account with your current employer, transfer...
Read MoreHow To Protect Yourself And Your Assets Against Inflation
As the year has progressed, the United States is still in an inflation crisis. This is not new; the U.S. economy routinely has its periods of inflation and deflation. Since the economy goes through these cycles, it’s important to...
Read MoreRetirement Moves to Make As a Healthcare Professional
Everyone needs to be prioritizing retirement planning throughout their adult life. However, retirement planning can look different for healthcare professionals. Healthcare professionals tend to work longer than most Americans and can...
Read MoreHow Much Should I Have In My Emergency Fund?
Sometimes life happens and unexpected costs arise. Whether it’s an injury, illness, accident, lost job, or repair, emergencies can quickly ruin your financial security if you are not well prepared. If emergencies can’t be...
Read MoreEasy Ways to Lower Your Cost of Living
With the rising inflation rates, your cost of living has increased along with it. While one of the biggest costs of living expense adjustments you can make to improve your finances is moving to a less expensive area, that’s not...
Read MoreBest Ways to Protect Your Estate
If the Covid-19 pandemic and the current inflation crisis have shown us anything, it’s to be prepared for anything. These unexpected events have turned all financial rules of thumbs upside down. Throughout these events, you need...
Read MoreMarket in a Minute: Climate Change
Climate action is front and center for both the Biden administration and many of the world’s largest companies. Read my latest Markets in a Minute for a look at the opportunities and obstacles in the race to a clean-energy future and...
Read MoreHow to Save For Retirement and Your Children’s Education
It can be difficult finding the balance between saving for retirement and your children's college education. You don’t want to stress about finances in retirement, but you also want to help your children throughout their higher...
Read More10 Steps to Buying a House
Home buying can be stressful, especially as a first-time home buyer. With the current housing market in 2021, home buying can be a challenge. However, if you go into the home buy process prepared, you will be successful. See if...
Read MoreIdentity Theft and What You Need to Know
Identity theft is when someone steals your personal information to commit fraud under your name. Someone who steals your information may apply for credit cards, apply for loans, and make large purchases. This can majorly hurt your...
Read MoreWhat to Know When Buying a Car
While getting a new car can be exciting, the process of buying a new car can also be stressful. There are many steps in the car buying process, especially when it comes to the financial aspect. There are a few important things to know...
Read MoreWhat is the difference between an IRA and a Roth IRA?
It is extremely important to start young with your retirement planning and IRAs are one of the best ways to start. IRA stands for Individual Retirement Account. IRAs are separate from employer sponsored retirement accounts. If you do...
Read MoreRetiring as a Medical Professional: What You Need to Know
After a long career in the medical field, it is difficult to transition to a life of relaxation. With all of the different regulations and legal aspects of a career in the medical field, retirement can end up being a bit tricky. There...
Read MoreDon’t Make These Mistakes With Your 403(b)
Retirement savings can be a bit tricky with all of the different types of accounts. A 403(b) plan is a defined contribution that allows participants to shelter money on a tax-deferred basis. Some 403(b) plans allow for Roth...
Read MoreThe Differences Between a 403(b), 457(b) and 401(K)
A typical retirement savings account is a 401(k). Employers are most likely to use this traditional retirement savings account for their employees. There are other options including a 403(b) and a 457(b) that are less known to the...
Read More529 Plans: What You Need to Know
A 529 plan is a way to develop savings to pay for education savings in a tax advantaged way. These plans are typically used for college savings but can also be used for Kindergarten through twelfth grade private school education. 529...
Read MoreFAQ About Pension Plans
A pension plan is a retirement plan where an employer is required to make contributions to a fund set aside for an employee. The money in the fund is invested on the employee’s behalf. There are several different types of pension...
Read MoreTax Season: Important Dates
Even though we are still at the beginning of the year, tax season is quickly approaching! While it is best to file taxes as soon as you can, you still need to know the specific deadlines for filing your 2020 tax return. Due to the...
Read MoreSaving in the New Year
Does the thought of a new year give you some hope? 2020 was definitely a year for the books. Some may have experienced financial hardships causing them to worry about the new year. However, we have some great tips below for saving and...
Read MoreFinancial Tips for the End of the Year
It is crazy to think the end of the year is right around the corner! Can you believe that 2020 is coming to an end? It has been a different year, that’s for sure. There are numerous things you can do with your finances before the...
Read MoreHow to Know If You Are on Track for Retirement
These days, it can be difficult to know where you stand in terms of your financial plan for the future. With the coronavirus pandemic and election throwing the markets for a loop, millions of Americans have been questioning exactly how...
Read MoreWomen and Retirement: What You Need to Know
When it comes to retirement, there are numerous challenges that women face. With the coronavirus pandemic at full force, the challenges have gotten even more strenuous. Financial security in retirement for women stems from lower pay...
Read More3 Benefits of Having an Estate Strategy
When it comes to establishing a plan for your financial future, the process of determining your estate strategy can be quite overwhelming. However, it is extremely important to have a plan in place should anything happen that leaves...
Read MoreGetting the Best Home & Auto Insurance
When it comes down to home and auto insurance, you want to find the best deal. However, researching each and every insurance plan and bundle can be pretty time-consuming. Let’s go over some important aspects of home and auto...
Read MoreResearching and Verifying Nonprofits
When it comes down to choosing nonprofits to donate to, there are numerous things to do beforehand to ensure you are donating effectively and confidently. While you will get an income tax deduction, you will need to verify that the...
Read MoreTeacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS): What You Need to Know
Right now, individuals all over the nation have a lot on their plate. It is imperative that workers need to prioritize their retirement plan, especially those working for a TRS covered employer and working on the frontline. In this...
Read MoreWhat is a 403(b) Retirement Plan?
There are numerous types of retirement plans out there. Depending on your career, your retirement plan options may vary. While a 403(b) retirement plan, also called Tax Sheltered Annuity (TSA) Plan, is not as common as a 401(k)...
Read MoreBudgeting: Best Practices
Typically, when people hear the word “budget,” they think of it negatively. The word “budget” is really just another way to say you are planning out your money. The concept of budgeting is not to take your...
Read More9 Facts About Social Security
Tip: How Much? Check your Social Security earnings and see an estimate of your benefits on the website, www.ssa.gov. Social Security’s been a fact of retirement life ever since it was established in 1935. We all think we know how...
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