Understanding "Sequestration"

• Dennis Lojek
• Feb 27, 2013

What exactly is sequestration? "Sequestration" refers to a series of automatic, across-the-board spending cuts to federal government agencies.

The American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012

• Dennis Lojek
• Jan 4, 2013

The American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 (ATRA) permanently extends a number of major tax provisions and temporarily extends many others. Here are the basics.

Living

A Penny Saved is a Penny Earned…And Other Financial Lessons From the Past

• Dennis Lojek
• May 10, 2012

Maybe we should pay attention to age-old clichés our parents and grandparents passed on to us. Here are some famous clichés that could serve us well in 2012.

Fixed Annuities: A Safe Choice for Retirement Income

• Dennis Lojek
• Feb 15, 2012

For investors in need of retirement income stability, now may be a perfect time to consider a safe choice based on the claims paying ability of the insurer: retirement income from a fixed annuity.

Time for a Financial Checkup!

• Dennis Lojek
• Jan 10, 2012

For most people, checkups are a regular part of life. Dental visits, auto maintenance appointments and even glances in the bathroom mirror all help people monitor performance...