Washington is back in the headlines as the federal government faces a shutdown if policymakers can’t reach a new funding agreement. This adds to a year in which government policies around trade, taxes, immigration, and more have created uncertainty for […]
The Federal Reserve is widely expected to deliver its first rate cut of 2025 in its September meeting (Sept. 16–17). The benchmark federal funds rate has been held steady at 4.25%–4.50% since December 2024. Most projections suggest a 25 basis […]
When people think of investing, they often imagine something that comes later in life—after landing a steady job or building up a big savings account. But the truth is, the earlier you start, the more powerful your money becomes. Even […]
Social Security is a government program that helps retired Americans. It has been around for 90 years. As more people get older, many worry if Social Security will still be there when they retire. Social Security is important, but it […]
After months of negotiations, a new tax and spending bill was approved by Congress and signed into law by President Trump on July 4. This new budget is far-reaching, including making many parts of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act […]
