‘Tis The Season For Change
Is your financial advisor or planner retiring? Are they leaving to join another firm? Are you bombarded with paperwork, phone calls and hassle? We can help. Skyline Advisors is locally owned and operated and we adhere to the fiduciary standard of care. We act in our clients’ best interest and value honesty, integrity and trust.
Stay Safe This October: Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Skyline Advisors wants you to be safe and secure amidst increasing threats to steal your personal information and money. Check out our free Cybersecurity Awareness resources – “Tips for Preventing Fraud” and “How to Respond to a Data Breach”.
Graduated & Going on to College? Don’t Go Overboard on Student Loans
It’s the time of year for high school graduations and many graduates will be continuing their education at university or a college with aspirations of earning a degree. It is rewarding to see your kids grow up and graduate high school and then go on to college. Students in Bellingham don’t have far to go
529 College Savings Plans and Tax-Free Growth
College is getting tougher and tougher to pay for, but a 529 plan can be a really big help. Did you know that contributions to 529 plans are not taxable on the growth or income generated when spent on tuition or other approved expenses? Tax-free does not appear many times in the American Tax Code.
The Most Important Action You Can Take For Your Financial Well-Being
The amount of advice that can be given about getting your financial affairs in order is plentiful. So many actionable steps can leave you overwhelmed. I want to narrow it down for you to the single most important action you can take, PARTICIPATE.
Protecting Your Assets in the Digital Age
Your retirement accounts, bank accounts, and other investments need special care in the internet age. The amount stolen from Americans in the wake of recent identity breaches was a staggering Sixteen Billion1 last year. Most companies will allow you to view your balances online, a great convenience saving you time and energy.
Should I pay off debt or save for retirement?
The question, “should I pay off debt or save for retirement” is not easily answered. I’ve thought about my answer for a long time and I believe you should never stop saving for retirement unless you are in financial crisis.
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