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Markets pushed higher in August as AI-driven optimism helped investors look past softer economic data. The S&P 500 gaine...
09/07/2026

Markets pushed higher in August as AI-driven optimism helped investors look past softer economic data. The S&P 500 gained 2.62% and the S&P/TSX Composite rose 2.96%, even as softening retail sales kept consumer spending in focus. Back-to-school season adds another data point to that story, with spending expected to reach \$146.8 billion in the U.S. and \$4.5 billion in Canada this year.

The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index advanced 2.62 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite rose 3.93 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lagged, adding 1.34 percent. The S&P/TSX rose 2.96 percent.1,2

As complex as the details of taxes can be, the income tax process is fairly straightforward.
09/07/2026

As complex as the details of taxes can be, the income tax process is fairly straightforward.

A quick look at how federal income taxes work.

Your credit score may impact what you pay for auto and home insurance.
09/05/2026

Your credit score may impact what you pay for auto and home insurance.

Your credit score may influence how much you pay for auto and home insurance.

Understanding credits and deductions is one of the critical building blocks to making the tax code work for you.
09/04/2026

Understanding credits and deductions is one of the critical building blocks to making the tax code work for you.

When you take the time to learn more about how it works, you may be able to put the tax code to work for you.

What do Americans spend more on? 1) taxes or 2) food, clothing, and shelter? Answer = 1.
09/02/2026

What do Americans spend more on? 1) taxes or 2) food, clothing, and shelter? Answer = 1.

Here's a breakdown of how the federal government spends your tax money.

Bedtime Story: U.S. Federal Tax Code. How many pages have you read?
08/31/2026

Bedtime Story: U.S. Federal Tax Code. How many pages have you read?

An inside look at how marginal income tax brackets work.

If you want to avoid any potential surprises at tax time, it may make sense to know where you stand when it comes to the...
08/29/2026

If you want to avoid any potential surprises at tax time, it may make sense to know where you stand when it comes to the AMT.

If you want to avoid potential surprises at tax time, it may make sense to know where you stand when it comes to the AMT.

This time of year, you may hear the phrase "tax-loss harvesting." Before moving ahead, it's best to get some guidance fr...
08/28/2026

This time of year, you may hear the phrase "tax-loss harvesting." Before moving ahead, it's best to get some guidance from a financial professional who is familiar with the strategy.

You may have heard the phrase

Property taxes too high? Here are ways to potentially lower your assessment.
08/26/2026

Property taxes too high? Here are ways to potentially lower your assessment.

For homeowners who think their property taxes are too high, there are ways to appeal.

Settling an estate can be like putting together a puzzle. Make a cheat sheet for your heirs.
08/24/2026

Settling an estate can be like putting together a puzzle. Make a cheat sheet for your heirs.

A letter of instruction provides additional and more personal information regarding your estate.

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