For most people, a mortgage is the largest financial obligation they’ll ever take on. But while it might seem like a fixed cost you just deal with every month, your mortgage can actually be a flexible and powerful tool in […]
Moody’s recent downgrade of the U.S. credit rating marks an official end to the country’s top-tier debt status. Following Fitch’s downgrade in 2023 and Standard & Poor’s move in 2011, Moody’s decision to lower the rating from Aaa to Aa1 […]
The recent trade announcement between the U.S. and China reverses many of the tariffs that rattled financial markets beginning in April. This agreement, which lasts 90 days, lowers U.S. tariff rates on China from 145% to 30%, and China’s rates […]
Benjamin Franklin once said that “an investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” As many high school seniors prepare to make their final college decisions, families face one of the most significant financial commitments of their lives. The investment in […]
Tax season can feel like a relief, especially if you’re expecting a refund. While it’s tempting to spend that refund on something fun, why not consider using it to strengthen your financial future? Pay Down Debt If you have high-interest […]
