Gone Phishing

  Gone Phishing? January 22, 2021   Phishing Requires Bait Phishing is the act of creating a fake e-mail or website that looks like the real thing. This “bait” is then used to bring you into the scam by asking for private information. This...

More Stimulus Payments on the Way

  More Stimulus Payments on the Way January 11, 2021   Direct Stimulus Payments to You  The legislation includes a $600 payment per person, including adults and dependent children who are under age 17. Payments are based on your 2019 income and should start...

2021 Social Security Changes Announced

  2021 Social Security Changes Announced November 2, 2020   The Social Security Administration announced a 1.3% boost to monthly Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for 2021. The increase is based on the rise in the Consumer Price...

Protect Your Social Security Number

  How to Protect Your Social Security Number From Theft September 28, 2020   In order to protect your Social Security number from identity thieves, know who NEEDS your Social Security number. The list of people or organizations that need to have your number...

Common Tax Scams Related to COVID19

  IRS Announces Common COVID-19 Tax Scams September 15, 2020   The most recent tax scams are surrounding COVID-19 tax relief. Here are six of the more common tax scams. Phishing Phishing refers to potential fake emails or websites looking to steal your...

Protect Your Will from Legal Challenges

  Protect Your Will From Legal Challenges August 20, 2020   You’ve probably seen it in the movies or on TV: A close-knit family gathers to find out what’s contained in the will of a wealthy patriarch or matriarch. When the terms are revealed, a niece, for...