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When Banks Fail: Understanding the Causes and Consequences of Bank Failures

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® / March 15, 2023

Bank failures can be a scary and concerning prospect for the public, but it is important to understand what they […]

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Inflation Reduction Act

By Alexa Kane, CFP®, CDFA® / September 23, 2022

The Inflation Reduction Act, a version of last year’s Build Back Better, passed in mid-August 2022 and is meant to […]

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House Democrat Tax Proposal: What You Need to Know

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® / September 20, 2021

The House Democrats have released an outline detailing some proposed tax increases. These tax hikes are set to fund spending […]

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Important Financial Considerations for Michigan No-Fault Insurance Reform

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® / June 30, 2020

How do you make decisions with the Michigan auto insurance changes taking place this summer? You need to consider your […]

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CARES Act Resource Guide

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® / April 3, 2020

  Recovery Rebates Americans with income under $75,000 if filing single or $150,000 if married filing jointly will receive $1,200 […]

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Will My Michigan Pension be Taxed?

By Melissa Joy, CFP®, CDFA® / October 22, 2019

Will My Michigan Pension Get Taxed? As you prepare for retirement, taxes may be top of mind. A 2011 change […]

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