When it comes to managing your money, making smart financial choices isn’t just about what you invest in – it’s also about who you listen to. Many people walk into a financial meeting thinking they’re getting professional advice, when in reality, they’re being sold something. The difference between sales and advice might seem subtle, but...

The IRS just announced the long-term capital gains brackets for 2026, and the news offers some encouraging opportunities for those with income under certain levels. If you’re married and filing jointly with taxable income under $98,900 – or single with taxable income under $49,450 – you’ll pay zero percent on long-term capital gains. Zero! That...

Today is a bittersweet day. I’m watching the news of the mass crowd gathering for the Charlie Kirk memorial in Arizona. Historians say that this is the first time in U.S. history where our President and Vice President both are attending a memorial from someone who was not a politician. Charlie lived 31 years before...

Dogs have always been part of who I am. Our first family dog, Sasha, was a black lab mix we rescued from the SPCA. She went everywhere with us. I still remember a trip to Newfoundland when we had to check her in the belly of the plane. As a child, I was filled with...