Financial Steps to Take After Losing a Job or Furlough
Losing a paycheck—whether through a layoff or a temporary furlough—can rattle even the most carefully planned budget. If you’re reading […]
Navigating Medical Debt: Negotiation and Payment-Plan Strategies
Medical bills are now the largest source of debt in collections in the United States. A Kaiser Family Foundation survey
Estate Planning 101: Wills, Trusts & Power of Attorney
Quick take: Estate planning isn’t only for millionaires. It’s your playbook for protecting the people and the things you care
Buying Your First Home: A Mortgage and Down-Payment Checklist
Buying a house is the biggest purchase most people ever make. Yet many rookies jump in without a plan, overspend
Divorce Financial Planning: Protecting Assets and Avoiding Pitfalls
Picture this: it’s 2 a.m., you’re scrolling through texts from your attorney, and the kitchen counter is covered in half-finished
The Cost of Raising a Child: Smart Budgeting for Every Stage of Parenthood
Picture this: you’re cradling your newborn at 2 a.m., equal parts exhausted and over-the-moon. Then a thought flashes through your
How to Financially Prepare for Marriage or a Domestic Partnership
Feel that flutter in your stomach? That’s excitement— but it might also be nerves about merging money. Relax. With a
Tax Scams to Watch Out for During Filing Season
Back in May 2025, the IRS quietly released a number that should make every filer sit up straight: they had
How to Prepare for an IRS Audit (And Reduce Your Risk)
Getting a letter from the IRS is never fun, but it doesn’t have to wreck your week—or your wallet. In
Charitable Donations and Tax Benefits: Rules You Can’t Afford to Ignore
Giving from the heart feels great—but giving with a plan feels even better because it lets you unlock tax savings
Estimated Quarterly Taxes: A Step-by-Step Guide for Freelancers
Running a freelance business means you get paid without any taxes taken out first. Uncle Sam still wants his share,
Tax-Advantaged Accounts: HSA, 529, and 401(k) Compared
Picture this: You’re wrestling with a surprise medical bill, worrying about your kid’s college fund, and wondering if your 67-year-old