Patrick B. Lough, CFS, CLTC, ChFC

Charter Financial Planning

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Lease Payment

How much would your monthly lease payment be?

IRA Eligibility

Use this calculator to determine whether you qualify for the different types of IRAs.

Mortgage Refinancing

Determine whether you should consider refinancing your mortgage.

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Bond Yields Are Up, but What Are the Risks?

After years of low yields, bonds are offering higher yields that may be appealing to investors regardless of their risk tolerance. This article provides an overview of bond risks.

A New Year, A New Opportunity to Save with a 529 Plan

This article explains how a 529 plan can help a family save for college, including recent changes that have made these plans more flexible.

HOT TOPIC: A Cautiously Optimistic Economic Outlook for 2024

The U.S. economy grew in the third quarter of 2023, despite high interest rates and unsettling geopolitical conflict. This article discusses market conditions and economic forecasts for 2024.

Small Businesses Could Face Borrowing Challenges

Despite tougher lending conditions and higher interest costs, many people who need capital for business purposes may need to borrow money. This article discusses some common financing options.

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