We all love a good snack—Oreos, Chips Ahoy—but the cookies we’re talking about here aren’t the delicious kind. These are the cookies your browser uses to remember you online, and keeping them safe is a whole other ballgame. Recently, the FBI sounded the alarm about a sneaky scam involving stolen session cookies. Cybercriminals are using […]
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When you’re in the process of completing a 1031 exchange—a valuable tax-deferral strategy for real estate investors—timing is everything. The IRS provides strict deadlines to follow, and if your exchange isn’t finalized by the typical tax return due date, you may need to consider filing for an extension. Doing so could be critical in ensuring
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In recent months, I have had conversations with some of you who have experienced a significant surge—in non-renewal notices from insurance carriers. Upon further investigation, I have discovered that there is approximately a 300-400% increase of non-renewal notices in the state of California regarding policies for residential, multi-family, and commercial properties. The reasoning that they
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Feeling like your budget could use a refresh? Or maybe you’ve set new financial goals but aren’t sure how to keep up with them? Don’t worry—you’re not alone! A monthly financial reset could be just what you need to stay on top of your finances and crush those goals. And the best part? Having an
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Having friends and family in Florida and visiting Florida between Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton, brought me to a closer level of the challenges brought about by the anticipation before the storm and the clean up after the devastation. From that place, come the following 10 life lessons applicable when life feels like a hurricane.
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Guarding the Vault: Cybersecurity in the Finance Sector Picture this: You log in to check your bank balance, only to find out that your account—and millions of others—has been compromised by cybercriminals. Heart-racing anxiety fills the room. Now imagine you’re the one responsible for safeguarding an entire financial institution from such a crisis. Welcome to
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Why Barndominiums are the Next Big Thing in Home Living Are you ready to step outside the box of traditional housing and explore something truly unique? Homeowners across the country are discovering a fresh alternative to the standard home—and it’s taking the real estate market by storm: barndominiums. What is a Barndominium? Imagine a spacious, open-concept
Parents, Be Alert: Scammers are Targeting Students – Here’s What You Need to Know As parents, you work hard to give your child the best education possible, but scammers are out there, trying to take advantage of your efforts. Recently, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a warning about scammers pretending to be from your
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Understanding Mortgage Refinancing Through Sarah’s Journey Refinancing a mortgage is a significant financial decision that can feel overwhelming, especially with all the options available. But let’s take a step back and look at it through Sarah’s eyes. Sarah and her husband, Mike, bought their first home five years ago. At the time, their credit scores
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Analysis of Michael Green’s Reaction to the Second-Quarter U.S. GDP Revision On the release of the revised second-quarter U.S. GDP data, Simplify Asset Management’s Michael Green raised significant concerns about the validity of the numbers, particularly focusing on the reported level of consumption on a per capita basis. His skepticism was underscored by an analogy
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