The Biden administration extended the pause on federal direct student loan payments and interest through 8/31/22. Previously expected to resume in May 2022, this marks the 6th extension of the pause originally started back in October 2020 by the Trump administration. I don’t expect this to be the final extension, either. While previous extensions were […]
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Where to Save Your Next Dollar
Saving money is only half the battle when it comes to managing your finances effectively. Where you put that money has an immense impact on reaching your long-term financial goals. Do you keep money in the bank, pay off debt, or invest it one of a variety of tax advantaged accounts? Failing to make the […]
Should I Refinance My Mortgage?
Interest rates remain extremely low, which makes now a good time to consider refinancing your mortgage if you haven’t already done so in the past few years. Refinancing can be a good option for those that: Own at least 20% equity in your home Have good credit Acquired the mortgage when interest rates were higher. […]
Student Loan Pause Extended to May 2022
Federal direct student loans were scheduled to begin February 2022. It looks like that has been pushed back, yet again, to May 2022. President Biden announced 12/22/21 that due to the Omicron variant and other factors, he is extending the pause on payments and interest for federal direct student loans until May 1, 2022. The […]
2021 Year End Financial Checklist
With the end of the year fast approaching, it’s time to review some key areas of your finances if you haven’t done so already. Things to consider before the end of the year: Tax loss/gain harvesting Review and update 401k/403b contributions Review Flex Savings Account balances Take Required Minimum Distributions Rebalance investments Contribute to 529 […]
Tips to Deal With Inflation (Video)
Inflation rates have recently risen to levels we haven’t seen in 30+ years. Sustained inflation can cause real challenges as your purchasing power degrades over time. If higher prices are creating a strain on your finances, there are 3 things you can do to minimize the impact: Reduce consumption (Budget) Increase income (Pick up shifts […]
Financial Tips for Nurses (Video)
I was honored to be invited to speak as a part of #NurseWellBeingWeek. Check out the Instagram Live recording for the full interview as I share some of my tips to help nurses achieve their own financial well-being. View this post on Instagram A post shared by NurseGrid (@nursegrid)
Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?
As a financial planner, I get the question “Should I pay off my debt or invest?” all the time. Keeping the money in the bank, paying off debt, or investing may be the best choice depending on your situation. In this article, we’ll examine when each one of these options may make sense depending on […]
4 Things to Know About Student Loans
Potential student loan cancellation has been an area of much speculation with the new Biden administration. So far, not much has changed, but there are a lot of misconceptions out there. Here are the 4 most common questions I get (and what you should do with your student loans in 2021): 1. Will $10,000 of […]
What to Do With Your Stimulus and Tax Return Checks
In addition to the cash infusion many people see this time of year from a tax refund, we are also in the middle of the latest round of stimulus checks being deposited. If you’re still unclear on your stimulus eligibility, find out if you can expect a payment on the IRS official website. Verified that you […]
