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In golf, as in finances, there are a few rules of thumb that may improve your game: keep a level head, avoid traps, practice before trying something new and stay the course. Applying lessons from the golf course to your financial life and vice versa may help you improve your game in both arenas. Here are three tips that may help you work toward success on and off the golf course.

A cash balance plan is a qualified (tax-favored) retirement plan that combines the high contribution amounts of a defined benefit plan with the look, feel and portability of a defined contribution plan. For that reason, it’s called a “hybrid” plan.

The COVID-19 pandemic affected businesses and schools, as well as non-profits. Not only have non-profit organizations felt the sting in terms of donations, but they have also suffered from a dip in volunteers as shutdowns and safety protocols have cut down the ability for volunteers to continue their work.

The average college student graduates with around $30,000 in student loan debt. While this isn't an insurmountable amount of debt for a degree that may boost your earning potential, it also makes it important to maintain responsible credit habits in college and beyond.¹ Below, we discuss four key facts college students should know about their credit.

It's hard to imagine functioning in today's society without access to credit. However, you need to be careful not to fall victim to some of the pitfalls associated with it.

Spring cleaning presents a great opportunity to clear out any items you no longer need—and the same goes for your finances. Checking in with your finances during tax season may be particularly beneficial, as it allows you to complete last year's taxes while making any changes you need to potentially improve next year's tax situation.

Did you know that insurance companies typically consider your credit history, whether positive or negative, when you apply for auto or homeowners insurance?  Insurers may use your credit information when deciding whether to approve your insurance application and when determining the premium you'll pay.

March is National Credit Education Month in the U.S., which makes it the perfect opportunity to brush up on your credit basics.¹ Whether you're a credit novice or well-versed in the art of the FICO score, below are four ways to potentially boost your credit IQ.

Starting in late 2021 and throughout all of 2022, Wall Street has debated what markets might do if Russia invades Ukraine.