Troutman & Associates

10/16/2026

Ever wonder about those free credit scores you get once a year?

What’s the deal with your yearly free credit report?

10/15/2026

There are thousands of Exchange Traded Funds available. Should you invest in them?

There are thousands of ETFs available. Should you invest in them?

10/14/2026

Every year since 1947, the U.S. President pens an economics textbook.

The Economic Report of the President can help identify the forces driving — or dragging — the economy.

10/13/2026

What every parent needs to know about insuring his or her teen driver.

Tips on insuring your teen driver.

10/12/2026

Periodic withdrawals in retirement may not be such a good idea.

Taking regular, periodic withdrawals during retirement can be quite problematic.

10/09/2026

Investors should understand the ways in which financial professionals are compensated for the services they provide.

10/08/2026

Recovery. Recession. Gross Domestic Product. Learn the language of economic cycles.

Understanding the economy's cycles can help put current business conditions in better perspective.

10/07/2026

Valuation is important for business succession, estate taxes and even qualifying for a loan.

Ascertaining the value of your business is important for a variety of reasons.

10/06/2026

Personality vs. Pocketbook: Should you lease, finance, or pay cash for your next car?

Whatever your relationship with your car, it may eventually come time for a new one. Familiarize yourself with your options.

10/05/2026

The savings rate is the government’s estimate of how much U.S. households are saving.

What can be learned from the savings rate?