Financial Education Center

5 Smart Ways to Use Your Tax Refund

Did you receive a tax refund this year? Recent data released by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) shows the average tax refund amount is up $178 at the end of March 2024 compared to the same time last year.

Municipal Bonds and Their Tax Advantages

Municipal bonds are subject to the uncertainties associated with any fixed income security, including interest rate risk, credit risk, and reinvestment risk. However, the tax advantages associated with munis and their potential ability to provide an ongoing income stream have traditionally made munis an important part of a portfolio. Read more about the importance of municipal bonds.

Are You Ready to File Your Taxes? Here Are Some Tips to Help You Prepare!

Have you filed your taxes yet? The tax season officially started on January 29, 2024, when the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) started accepting and processing returns. Before you submit your 2023 tax return, however, there are some things you’ll need to think about first.

If Rates Go Down, Is Cash Still King?

It’s no secret that we’ve been in an upward trajectory for both inflationary prices and interest rates. A complex question asked by most consumers is, “Is the Fed done raising rates?” And, if they’re done raising rates and decide to lower them, “How will this rate reduction impact my investments and overall wealth building strategy?”

Are CDs a Good Place to Put Money?

If you’re looking for a place to build up emergency savings or lock in higher fixed interest rates for a specific goal, then a Certificate of Deposit (CD) is an ideal choice. Regardless of where you are in your financial journey, it’s wise to set money aside to save for a rainy day or a short-term savings goal.

Building Strong Client Relationships

In the world of wealth management, the foundation of success lies in forging positive client relationships. In this article, we will explore how we as your trusted wealth managers, strive to cultivate and strengthen our client relationships, ultimately leading to long-term, trusted partnerships.