If you’ve inherited an IRA in recent years, you should be aware that the SECURE Act, passed in 2019, changed how many beneficiaries need to handle this inheritance. What used to be a generous benefit that could last decades now comes with a strict deadline that can...
For Individuals
How The One Big Beautiful Bill Could Change Your Tax Return
The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB), signed into law last July, brings real changes to how Americans file taxes. For the average taxpayer, you could be keeping more of your income, whether from tips, overtime, family expenses, or retirement. Here’s how the OBBB is...
Expanded HSA Eligibility in 2026 Could Benefit Millions of Americans
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) are a smart way to handle medical costs. And thanks to new rules in the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB), many Americans who previously didn’t qualify can now open and fund an HSA. Here’s what’s changing. HSAs: A Quick Refresher An HSA is a...
These Proposed Social Security Updates Aim To Protect Identity Theft Victims and Simplify Retirement Claiming Ages
The House of Representatives recently passed three bills aimed at improving Social Security services, particularly for retirees and identity theft victims. The Social Security Administration (SSA) is supposed to be a resource for Americans, even before they collect...
Financial Security Starts With an Emergency Fund. How To Build One (And Where To Keep It Safely)
An emergency fund is a safety net for when life happens. A job loss, a car breakdown, an unexpected medical expense. These costs can hit out of nowhere, so an emergency fund is one of the smartest financial tools you can have. It provides breathing room when things go...
Tax Changes Under Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill: What’s New in 2025 and Beyond
President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) implements tax changes designed to simplify filing and keep more earnings in Americans’ pockets. The law adjusts how the IRS treats certain types of income, updates annual gift limits, raises the estate tax exemption,...
How the One Big Beautiful Bill is Changing College 529 Plans
American families have long relied on 529 plans to save for their children's college education. Now that the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) has been signed into law, significant updates are set to launch. Whether you’re just starting a 529 or already have one in place,...
