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08/27/2026

Many consumers rely on credit cards to pay for everyday expenses, such as groceries, but some can't make the minimum payment, according to a new report.

08/20/2026

Upcoming ballot measures in several states could provide additional property tax relief for older adult homeowners.

08/13/2026

Your target retirement age is looming, but you're not sure you're on track to retire the way you want? Here are some action items to consider.

Your target retirement age is looming, but you're not sure you're on track to retire the way you want? Here's what to do.

08/13/2026

There's more financial advice out there for young people than ever—and somehow, that's making things harder, not easier. Trends like ""girl math"" and ""no-spend"" months turn budgeting into a game or a punishment, when what most young people actually need is a plan.
I'm sharing an article that gets into why all this noise is landing the way it is—and what actually helps cut through it.
https://bit.ly/4g9GA81
Whether you’re thinking about how to build a stronger financial foundation for you or someone you care about, reach out. I’m always here to talk.

08/06/2026

Two studies have raised new questions about the size and impact of the coming great wealth transfer.

07/30/2026

Many people assume the worst about the future of Social Security, and the concern is valid. But the full picture is more complicated than “it’s running out.”
This piece from Yahoo Finance breaks down what’s actually happening and what it could mean for your retirement:
https://yhoo.it/4wwi0VR
If it gets you thinking about your own situation, I’d love to connect about financial strategies to help you meet your retirement goals.

07/23/2026

A new study in the Journal of Financial Planning found that artificial intelligence programs can provide inconsistent, inaccurate or biased recommendations when it comes to personal finance.

Researchers who studied generative AI platforms found that personal finance recommendations could be inconsistent or biased.

07/23/2026

Do you know that you can get $250k in term life insurance coverage for as little as $8 a month? What’s more, you can get it from New York Life—one of the most respected names in the industry. Don’t put it off any longer. Contact me today.

Discover how term life insurance from New York Life can protect you. Learn about converting term life to permanent coverage such as whole life insurance.

07/23/2026

According to a recent report by Kiplinger, a growing number of families are turning to 529 college savings plans to build education funds for future generations.

The little-known update is assisting families in making the right plans for college, and helping savings go further.

07/22/2026

Inflation fatigue is real—and it goes deeper than the price of groceries. It’s the exhaustion that sets in when you’ve been managing rising costs for so long that even thinking about it feels like too much.
This piece from NerdWallet names what so many people are feeling right now, and offers some realistic ways to make things a little easier:
https://bit.ly/4foDVs5
If it resonates, I’d love to connect on how the current environment is impacting your financial goals and strategies.