
THE SHP FINANCIAL BLOG
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4 Tips for Proper Tax Filing
With the new year in full swing, tax season is just around the corner. Filing federal income taxes can be a long and complicated process, and mistakes are bound to happen here and there. As ...
Don’t Forget the Tried-and-True Value of Compounding Interest
If you forgot what compounding interest was, let’s refresh. Compounding interest is the process by which the interest earned on an investment is reinvested so that the initial investment grows over time. It may not ...
Insight on Compound Interest
Insight on Compound Interest What are some of the uses of compound interest? Interest is the cost of borrowing and is affected by your trustworthiness, which is measured by your credit score, income and ability ...
Let’s Talk Social Security
For most, Social Security provides a solid foundation for retirement income. In fact, as of September 2022, over 70 million Americans were collecting benefits.[1] However, not everyone knows exactly how or when to start tapping ...
Be the Financial Compass for Future Generations
Building towards retirement, you have made many financial decisions. Perhaps you maxed out your credit card on clothes in your early 20s or chose the wrong payment plan for your car loan or home mortgage. ...
2 Ways the 2022 Economic Woes Affected Your Retirement Accounts
The 2022 economic climate has been bumpy for most and, in some cases, even bumpier for retirees. Americans and the world at large dealt with the economic ramifications of the Russia-Ukraine war, post-pandemic industrial effects, ...
Secure Act 2.0 Passes Congress: What You Need to Know
Exciting news! The US Congress has approved the SECURE Act 2.0 under an omnibus act, which involves a series of alterations to the retirement system. These modifications are an extension of the Secure Act of ...
Turning 59.5? Here are the Factors to Consider
Approaching 60 is an exciting time. Not only does it come with more wisdom and thrill for a new chapter of life, but it also presents important financial decisions that can affect your life in ...