Social Security announced a benefits increase of 5.9% on October 13, 2021. This Cost-of-Living-Adjustment (COLA) will increase payments to both Social Security beneficiaries (typically retirees) and people on Supplemental Security Income (SSI). The increase will be applied beginning with beneficiaries’…
Why You Should Monitor Your Credit There are many reasons to stay on top of your credit. The most obvious reason is to identify if someone has illegally accessed one of your accounts or possibly even stolen your identity. You…
Below are ten financial decisions you need to address before you retire. It is a good starting point for most pre-retirees but does not take into account your unique circumstances, lifestyle, or wishes. You will want to contact your financial…
Beginning in 2018, the state of Ohio has doubled the available tax deduction for residents contributing to College Advantage 529 plans. The previous deduction was $2,000, and now it will be $4,000 per year and per beneficiary for investments made…
Updated for 2018 You need to consider two criteria when deciding whether to take your Long-Term Incentive Program LTIP awards as stock options or as Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).
Here are a few hidden aspects of the 529 Plan that you may not know about.