MSA Financial

05/20/2026

Taxes can be a snapshot of our money, and tax season can make most of us feel like we have a clear view of that photo. That's because filing taxes is both a look at the past and a chance to create a roadmap for the future. Did you end...

05/01/2026

Market timing requires a skill that’s almost impossible to master.An investor not only has to determine when stock prices have peaked (so you can sell), but also when they have bottomed (so you can buy).In recent weeks, many people...

04/07/2026

We hope everyone is faring well amid the recent market volatility. We know these times can be unsettling, but periods of short-term turbulence — especially when tied to geopolitical events or policy announcements — are a normal part of...

03/11/2026

Is the “lock in” breaking, or are homeowners going to double down on their low-cost mortgages?The most recent stats show that 20 percent of home borrowers now have mortgages with an interest rate over 6 percent, indicating they have...

02/25/2026

We’ve all been there. You’re scrolling through your phone, computer, or tablet, and a notification pops up.“Update Me!”While that isn’t the exact wording, the meaning is the same. Something wants to be updated to the most recent...

01/13/2026

The stock market posted another solid year in 2025, increasing by double digits for the third consecutive year. As expected, the journey was not without volatility. Markets experienced notable pullbacks along the way, including...

01/07/2026

The Internal Revenue Service recently released new limits for 2026. Although these adjustments won’t bring any major changes, there are some minor elements to note.Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs)IRA contribution limits are up...

12/23/2025

Once again, the year has flown by! In these final weeks of the year, our thoughts often turn to the comforts of home and family — of sharing good cheer with neighbors, friends, and loved ones.In that spirit, we would like to wish you a...

12/10/2025

When the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) Act was passed on July 4, the legislation left several unanswered questions that the IRS is now addressing. The IRS undergoes this process every year, but this time around, the OBBB has added to...

05/07/2025

It's more than a slight understatement to say that tariffs have added to market uncertainty and sparked talk about the pace of economic activity. In times like these, we'd normally see people trying to "buy the dip," but investors and...

It's more than a slight understatement to say that tariffs have added to market uncertainty and sparked talk about the pace of economic activity. In times like these, we'd normally see people trying to