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We’ve all heard the saying that only two things are certain: death and taxes. And despite the universal truth of this statement, none of us really enjoys discussing either one, right?

We have written previously about the importance of assessing the value of a financial adviser.

Student loan interest rates, both for loans taken directly by students and for Parent PLUS loans taken by parents on their students’ behalf, went up for the 2018-19 academic year. The rate hike is a result of the U.S.

According to the most recent report from the College Board, the average annual cost of a college education in the United States ranges from $20,770 at a public university (for in-state students) to $46,950 at a private college.

Since last year’s disastrous breach at Equifax, one of the nation’s largest consumer credit reporting agencies, many people have become more concerned than ever about the safety of their personal financial information, their Social Security account, their private health information, and other sensitive data that is frequently targeted by hackers.

Fundamental of the Week: #26 - KEEP IT FUN. While our passion for excellence is real, remember that the world has bigger problems than the daily challenges that make up our work. Stuff happens. Keep perspective. Don't take things personally or take yourself too seriously. Laugh every day.

Though graduation season is now in the rearview mirror, you may still be struggling to find the perfect gift for that special college grad on your list: child or grandchild, nephew or niece, or just a very special family friend.

Fundamental of the Week: #25 - GIVE BACK. PAY IT FORWARD. Regularly seek opportunities to assist those in need. Express genuine gratitude for the help received by paying it forward and helping others. Be a servant and put the needs of others ahead of your own.

Fundamental of the Week: #24 - BE A TEAM PLAYER. Don't let ego or personal agenda get in the way of doing what's best for the team. Be there for each other and be willing to step into another role or help a co-worker when that's what's required for success. We win and lose as a team.

As President Trump’s tariffs on foreign imports continue to attract strong reactions and retaliation from China, the European Union, and other U.S. trading partners, the stock markets have displayed some reactions of their own.