Insuring a New Home During Construction
Consider insuring your home during construction with a policy that escalates coverage as construction progresses. Read all about it in this Insurance Tip.
The Earned Income Tax Credit: The IRS’s Nemesis
The Earned Income Tax Credit: The government wants those who are entitled to the credit to claim it. Learn more in this Tax Tip.
U.S. Stock, Commodity and Option Exchanges
There is much more to “the markets” than the NYSE. Learn more about the many exchanges in the financial marketplace in this week’s Financial Tip.
Benefits Available for Military Personnel
Bil Lako, CFP® explains the many financial benefits available for military personnel to help them reach their goals. Read the Article
Determining the Need for Long-Term Care Insurance: How Much Is Enough?
When determining your long-term care coverage, one thing to consider is the cost of nursing homes in your area. Learn more in this Insurance Tip.
Did You Overlook Something on a Prior Tax Return?
If you forgot to include something on your tax return, the solution is to file an amended return as soon as possible. Read more in this Tax Tip.
Would You Explain Dollar Cost Averaging?
The hosts of “Money Talks,” Gene Henssler, Ph.D., Ted Parrish, CFA and Jennifer Thomas, CFP®, explain how you may be dollar cost averaging into the stock market and not realize it. The hosts discuss how dollar cost averaging works and the advantages of dollar cost averaging over lump sum investing.
Are any financial aid programs tailored especially to parents of post-secondary students?
While most federal loans are provided directly to students, the Parent PLUS Loan program is available to parents. Learn more in this Financial Tip.
Markets Traded Lower on Light Volume
The markets ended the week mixed after a week of light trading volume and several points of housing data.
Q&A Time: Industrial Stocks, Home Down Payments and Yahoo!
The “Money Talks” hosts address questions on dollar cost averaging, industrial stocks and purchasing a home.