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Georgia 2017 tax refunds may be delayed

2017-01-04T16:41:55-05:00January 4th, 2017|Blog|

As we enter into tax season, it's always important to stay aware of the risk of tax fraud. Remember, filing early is one of the best ways to avoid fraud, and it ensures you can get your return even quicker. The Georgia Department of Revenue (DOR) is also implementing some precautionary measures to reduce the [...]

Saving Money and Shedding Pounds in the New Year

2016-12-11T18:09:15-05:00December 11th, 2016|Blog|

What's your New Year's resolution? You might be considering a new diet or exercise regimen, but as you look to shedding a few pounds, you might also consider trimming down your budget. You could be thinking, Hey! You're only supposed to have one New Year's Resolution! That may be true, but what if you follow the exact same steps [...]

Managing Money-Related Anxiety

2016-11-22T21:57:28-05:00August 14th, 2016|Blog|

If you're someone who struggles with anxiety, your morning may go something like this: You wake up and immediately begin reviewing the previous day. You stress over a presentation that went poorly or something you said while at happy hour with a co-worker. Your mind starts to fill with self-doubting statements, and already, the day [...]

3 Money Beliefs That Impact Your Finances

2023-05-19T13:34:10-04:00July 20th, 2016|Blog, Financial Planning|

"I just get so anxious. I don't even want to look at my budget," a friend once told me, relaying her difficulty with sticking to a spending plan. She told me she worries about spending too much money, and as a result, will often avoid looking at her budget or avoid long-term planning. Additionally, [...]

Saving on Your Favorite Summer Fun

2016-11-22T21:57:28-05:00July 7th, 2016|Blog|

Between hitting the beach, barbequing, or going to the zoo, summer can be an expensive time of year. Instead of scaling back on your favorite activities, consider these tips for saving money while still enjoying some traditional summer pastimes. Be a smart sunscreen shopper. You don't need to buy expensive name-brand sunscreen to protect your [...]

Personal Finance: Summer Reading List

2016-11-22T21:57:28-05:00May 20th, 2016|Blog|

Summer is upon us, and while your children or grandchildren work their way through their own summer reading list, it might be time to create your own. Vacations and other free time during the summer are great opportunities to hone your financial knowledge. Besides, personal finance books make for the best beach reads! Your Medical [...]

Two Social Security Claiming Benefits Going Away

2016-03-25T07:33:37-04:00March 25th, 2016|Blog|

For those considering claiming Social Security, remember that, starting April 30, two claiming strategies will no longer be viable. The first is File and Suspend. With this strategy, you could claim spousal benefits based on Social Security. You would then immediately suspend your individual benefits, which would continue to grow until you turn 70. Your [...]