Insights and reflections to support your financial growth
Market & Economic Insight
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) went unchanged in October and is up 3.2% year-over-year. This was below the consensus estimate and the markets celebrated with the S&P 500 gaining 1.91% and the Bloomberg US Aggregate Bond Index rising 1.19% on November 14th, the day...
Holiday Spending Tips
The holidays are a time for joy and celebration, but it is also an important time to manage your finances wisely. Here are some tips to help you enjoy the holidays without breaking the bank. Set a budget: See how much you can afford to spend on gifts, decorations,...
Trick-or-Treating and Money Lessons
Halloween, with its costumes, decorations, and the exciting tradition of trick-or-treating, isn't just about scares and sweets. This fun holiday offers an excellent opportunity to teach valuable money lesson to our kids. Here's how trick-or-treating parallels...
Business After Hours
Thank you to everyone who attended our Corning Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours event last Thursday at our office. The company, food, music and donations for our raffle were all spot on. We would also like to recognize our vendors who made this evening so...
Preparing for your child’s journey back to school
Though we have many more sweet days of summer left, now can be a great time to start preparing your child for their journey back to school! We understand this transition can be overwhelming and want to share some tips to help you get ready while also managing your...
Financially preparing for a baby
Having a new baby brings forward a lot of changes in your life, particularly when it comes to your finances. The cost of raising a child from birth to age 17 is estimated at $233,610 for an average middle-income family reported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture...