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Staying Balanced Amid Volatility
Markets entered 2026 on solid footing following a strong 2025, but volatility returned during the first quarter. U.S. stocks were mostly flat through February before selling pressure accelerated in March alongside rising geopolitical...
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Turning Financial Stress into Progress
Money feels tighter than ever. Prices are higher, progress feels slower, and your financial goals may seem farther away than you planned. But here’s the good news: you can still take control of your money. What you need is not...
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The IRMAA Cliff: When Income Drives Medicare Costs Higher
Most retirees assume their Medicare premiums are fixed—but that’s not the case. What many don’t realize is that Medicare Part B and Part D premiums are income-tested, and the income used to calculate those premiums comes from your tax...
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U.S. Fiscal Trends: Debts, Deficits, and Recent Budget Developments
The federal government continues to face a challenging long-term fiscal outlook, with the national debt reaching approximately $39 trillion as of March. Without policy changes, debt is expected to rise further in the coming years due...
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Understanding Today’s Economic Divide
History shows a consistent pattern: capitalism has been the most effective system for raising living standards, evolving through trial and error over centuries. Socialism, on the other hand, has a far weaker record. Venezuela is a...
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Scam Alert: How to Stay One Step Ahead
Scams are not new, but they are becoming more sophisticated, more personal, and more convincing. Advances in technology, especially artificial intelligence, have made it easier than ever for criminals to impersonate trusted...
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A Guide to Trump Accounts
A Trump account is a newly created, tax-advantaged investment account for children designed to help families build long-term savings and introduce young Americans to investing. The program was established under federal law (the One Big...
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Refresh, Reorganize, and Reimagine Your Money
Spring is the perfect time to refresh and reorganize — not just your home, but your finances too. Just like clearing out clutter in your living space, a financial spring cleaning can help you take control of your money, reduce stress,...
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Tariffs Reset: Court Ruling, New Levies and Market Ripples
On February 20, the U.S. Supreme Court delivered a landmark ruling striking down broad tariffs imposed by the Trump administration under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The Court found that the law did not...
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Slower Growth, Steady Momentum
In 2025, the U.S. economy continued to grow, but at a noticeably slower pace than the year before. According to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), real gross domestic product (GDP) increased by approximately 2.2% for the full...
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The AI Boom Hits a Bump
Artificial intelligence has been the dominant force in markets over the past few years. AI-related companies, especially large technology firms and semiconductor manufacturers, have driven major stock gains. But recently, that momentum...
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Maximizing Your Refund
Filing taxes can be a daunting task, but understanding and utilizing the various deductions and credits available can significantly impact your bottom line.
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