Holiday Scams: How to Protect Yourself This Season
Fraud and Security • Published 12/17/2025
The holidays are here—a time for giving, joy, and celebration. But for scammers, it’s prime season for stealing. While you’re…
Mounting Evidence of a Weaker Job Market
Education • Published 12/15/2025
Recent labor market data points to growing softness in employment, while inflation figures remain largely in line with expectations. Here’s…
September’s Housing & Economic Update: Prices Cool, Sales Climb, and Inflation Data Returns
Education • Published 12/05/2025
September delivered a mix of cooling home price growth and rising buyer activity, while long-delayed government data on inflation and…
What September’s Jobs Report Means for Rates and the Housing Market
Education • Published 12/04/2025
The delayed September Jobs Report and Housing Market Update delivered a mix of stronger job growth and a rising unemployment…
How to Save Money This Holiday Season Without Sacrificing Joy
Education • Published 12/03/2025
The holiday season is a wonderful time to celebrate, connect with loved ones, and give thoughtful gifts. But it can…
Goodbye, Penny: How the End of Penny Minting Affects Your Finances
Education • Published 12/02/2025
The U.S. government has decided to stop making pennies, marking a significant penny minting shutdown, and this change will affect…
Turkey, Pie, and Your Budget: What Thanksgiving Dinner Really Costs (and How to Save)
General • Published 11/19/2025
Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and—let’s be honest—plenty of food. But have you ever stopped to wonder what…
Government Reopens: What New Economic Data Could Mean for Rates and the Housing Market
Education • Published 11/17/2025
Understanding how new reports on jobs, inflation, and spending may guide the Federal Reserve’s next move. Government Reopens: When Will…
The VA Home Loan: A Powerful Benefit for Veterans in Hudson Valley, NY
Mortgage & Home Loans • Published 11/14/2025
For those who have served in the military, the VA home loan stands out as one of the most valuable…