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Understanding and applying the principles of strategic gifting allows you to reduce your estate tax liabilities significantly. It facilitates a seamless wealth transition and upholds your…

Would-be car buyers say lenders have been tapping the brakes hard in 2023, according to a new look at consumer access to credit. A record-breaking share…

As a general rule, when it comes to savings plans, the earlier you start the better.  This holds true for things like buying a home, paying…

Trusts are common, but there are numerous variations, and there is still considerable confusion about what is legal and what is not. There are at least…

Has the premium for your Medicare Part D prescription drug policy increased for 2024? Mine has. I recently received notice that my monthly premium would increase…

In just a relatively short 25 years, the limited liability company (LLC) has become the entity-of-choice for nearly all purposes, with the almost singular significant exception…

The amount of money Americans spend during the holiday shopping season is expected to return to “normal” this year — but weak retail sales in October…

For 40 years, PNC has calculated the prices of the 12 gifts from the classic holiday song, “The Twelve Days of Christmas.” This year, increases in…

Real family gatherings might not look like a gauzy image on a greeting card. Let’s face it: there is conflict in lots of families, ramped up…

Navigating the insurance landscape following a cancer diagnosis presents a unique set of challenges and concerns. Patients and their families often find themselves at a crossroads,…