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You may face a ‘stealth tax’ on Social Security benefits, expert warns. These steps can help

By GRA News Blog | May 9, 2023

Sometimes, Social Security benefits can be taxed. That’s what happened to Susan Desmond’s parents, who were shocked when they realized half the money they sent…

Parents and kids disagree on the right age to become financially independent, report finds

By GRA News Blog | May 8, 2023

The job market has become increasingly competitive, and college graduates are leaving with record levels of student loan debt. That makes it more pressing than…

With inflation stubbornly high, 58% of Americans are living paycheck to paycheck: CNBC survey

By GRA News Blog | May 5, 2023

More than half of all Americans are living paycheck to paycheck, a survey found. Americans are feeling increased financial stress as inflation and market uncertainty…

Dave Ramsey Warns Homebuyers About a Crucial Pitfall to Avoid

By GRA News Blog | May 4, 2023

Dave Ramsey is known for his obsession with teaching his followers to pay off debt, build an emergency fund and plan ahead. However, most of…

Four Reasons to Consider Staying Invested in a Down Market

By GRA News Blog | May 2, 2023

The year 2022 did not treat investors kindly, the stock market is down and consumer confidence is low. There are four reasons why you might…

Owe Taxes This Year? Here’s How to Lower Your Balance Due in the Future.

By GRA News Blog | May 1, 2023

Tax season is synonymous with the promise of a big check in the mail. But if your refund is bigger than expected, you might consider…

How to Find Unclaimed Retirement Benefits

By GRA News Blog | April 28, 2023

If you’re considering a job change to improve your salary, it’s important to find out whether you can retain your retirement accounts. Failing to roll…

Are you 50 or 60 with no retirement savings? There are ways to improve your financial security.

By GRA News Blog | April 27, 2023

If you’re one of those people who’s been putting off retirement planning or failing to do it at all — or if you’re in your…

Nearly 1 in 3 Americans claim Social Security at 62 — but is it the smart move? Here’s why it could pay off to retire later.

By GRA News Blog | April 25, 2023

What is ideal for one person might not be ideal for another. If you want to retire early, claiming Social Security at 62 is a…

Why it’s ‘just no question’ new investors should start by opening a Roth IRA, expert says

By GRA News Blog | April 24, 2023

Opening a Roth IRA is something most financial advisers and experts recommend if you’re new to the world of investing. But why exactly should you…

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