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How to make the most of your 2016 tax return

How to make the most of your 2016 tax return

This year, the IRS expects more than 150 million tax returns will be filed and over 70 percent of taxpayers will receive refunds. The average refund in 2016 was $2,860…

Federal interest rates: What’s next for The Fed?

Federal interest rates: What’s next for The Fed?

During its September meeting, the Federal Reserve decided against raising interest rates – as many had expected. The Fed cited that, while the case for an increase had strengthened, it…

Protecting yourself against identity theft

Protecting yourself against identity theft

We hear about it all the time – cyber security breaches that have the potential to put all our financial information at risk. Identity theft is a real problem that…

All eyes on the Fed and its next move on interest rates

All eyes on the Fed and its next move on interest rates

There has been much chatter in the last few months since the Federal Reserve decision to raise interest rates in December. Economists and investors are keeping a watchful eye on…

It’s unlikely a bear market is in the near future

It’s unlikely a bear market is in the near future

There’s no question, the market has been experiencing quite a ride since the start of the New Year. Some economists estimate as much as $1 trillion has been lost due…