The Advisor Blog

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What Do Americans Do with Their Tax Refunds?

More than 100 million taxpayers — representing about 63% of individual returns — received refunds in 2025, with an average refund amount of$3,167.

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Don’t Overlook the Value of Social Security Survivor Benefits

Life insurance might play a central role in helping to protect your family’s financial future.

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There’s Still Time to Fund an IRA for 2025

The tax filing deadline is fast approaching, which means time is running out to fund an IRA for 2025.

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New Auto Loan Interest Deduction Explained

With the enactment of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) in 2025, taxpayers may now benefit from a new annual deduction of up to $10,000 for interest paid on qualifying new auto loans, effective for tax years 2025 through 2028.

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Medicare or Medicaid?

It’s easy to confuse Medicare and Medicaid, because they have similar names and are both government programs that pay for health care.

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