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The Digital Estate Checklist Grows
Updating your will every few years is a great idea, and there are many additional things you can do to make it easier for your executor and create a smoother transition of assets. One of those things is to address digital assets.
Do’s and Don’ts for IRA Beneficiaries
Inheriting an IRA, as welcome as it may be, comes with complications. If you are a surviving spouse, there are special favorable choices for you, and this article is not for you. Nonspouse beneficiaries need to know a number of rules.
Employee Stories: Hasan Samra
Hasan’s Perspective – Themes of Community and Career Growth
Staying Safe While Shopping Online
With the convenience of online shopping comes the risk of having your information stolen by scammers looking to take advantage of you. Follow these helpful tips to keep your finances and personal information safe this holiday season.
Employee Stories: Tim Woods
Tim’s Perspective - Adaptability and Growing Deep Roots
How To Avoid a Home Improvement Scam
Adding a room, renovating a basement, or doing some much-needed repairs around your home can be a big undertaking. Finding a trustworthy contractor is an important first step. Scammers will promise to do the work, but leave you and your home worse off than when you started. They may do shoddy work, damage your home, overcharge you, or just take your money without performing any services. So how do you tell the difference between a trustworthy contractor and a scammer? Before you hire a contractor, learn how to recognize the signs of a home improvement scam.
Employee Stories: Tera Arendell
Tera's Perspective – Be an Advocate
Five Factors That Impact Your Credit Score
Your credit score is a three-digit number that plays an important role in qualifying you for everything from loans and credit cards to apartment rentals and some insurance policies. It usually falls between 300 and 850 (a higher number is better) and its calculation has a lot to do with the five factors explained below.