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, 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...
by Chris Scalese | Apr 10, 2018 | chris scalese, finance
Mistakes are a common issue with regard to filling out tax forms. If you’re in the process of filling out your tax return before the deadline, here are some common tax day mistakes and how to avoid them. Math Errors One of the biggest complaints regarding...
