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Homeownership With A VA Loan
Are you a veteran or active duty member looking to buy a home? If so, you may be able to get there faster than you realize.
Renting Rulebook
RENTING RULEBOOK If you want the best renting experience possible, there are a few rules you should follow. Rule #1 Find the right place Consider the location, space, and amenities. Some questions you could ask include: Is the location convenient for work, school, etc.?[...]
Wills
WILLS Where there's a will, there's a way to make your wishes known. A will is a legal document that transfers your property after you die, and names the people who will settle your estate, care for your children who are minors, and administer any trusts the[...]
Trusts
TRUSTS A trust, similar to a will, is a way to designate what happens to a person’s belongings after they pass away. How a Trust Works When setting up a trust (also known as a trust fund), the grantor creates and transfers assets, such as money or property, to[...]
Social Security Basics
SOCIAL SECURITY BASICS Since its introduction in the wake of the Great Depression, Social Security has evolved from a safety net designed to relieve poverty to the mainstay of a secure retirement. What You Contribute If you’re in the Social Security system—and more than 96% of the[...]
Individual Retirement Accounts
INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT ACCOUNTS Roth vs Traditional There are two types of IRAs: a traditional IRA and the Roth IRA. The main difference between them is when you pay taxes. A traditional IRA is tax deferred. This means that can contribute money before it's taxed, and you don't owe taxes on[...]
