by Chris Scalese | Feb 7, 2020 | chris scalese, finance
Recessions can be a frightening thing to think about. We’ve heard horror stories of recessions past and families driven to poverty because of a swing in the economy. It isn’t something that we all spend much time thinking about, but it is certainly a...
by Chris Scalese | Jan 3, 2020 | chris scalese, finance, professional
Throughout your life, you receive tax deductions for any money you contribute to your retirement accounts. The problem is that according to the law, you have to take the money out starting at around age 70½. This is taxable income, so you will have to pay taxes on it....
by Chris Scalese | May 29, 2018 | chris scalese
As high school seniors wrap up their last year of school at home and look ahead to college, they should also be thinking about their financial futures as they embark on this new season in life. Now is a good time to begin having the all-important financial talks with...
by Chris Scalese | May 29, 2018 | chris scalese, finance
Trends show that in 2018 and beyond, the financial industry will continue to experience rapid and even fundamental changes. The forces of globalization and technology have already pushed the financial industry into many uncharted territories. Money flows faster than...
by Chris Scalese | May 2, 2018 | chris scalese, finance
Buying a new home can be equal parts exciting and terrifying, depending on your unique situation. With regards to the latter, budgeting for your new home typically stands as one of the most stressful aspects of new homeownership. You may find yourself faced with a...
by Chris Scalese | May 2, 2018 | chris scalese, finance
Personal finances are not the strong suit of many consumers. This is largely because there isn’t much exposure to the topic unless it is a discipline studied in college or at another institution of higher learning. Unfortunately, not knowing some of the most...
