Patrick B. Lough, CFS, CLTC, ChFC

Charter Financial Planning

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Lease Payment

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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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HOT TOPIC: What’s Happening in the World of Higher Education?

This article covers the decline in college enrollment, recent developments in student debt and financial aid, and tips for making cost-effective decisions.

HOT TOPIC: Will Artificial Intelligence Upend the American Workforce?

This article discusses the race between tech companies to monetize AI and how widespread adoption might affect workers, the economy, and society in general.

HOT TOPIC: Can Consumers Keep Carrying the Economy?

Consumer spending has bolstered the economy amid inflation, higher interest rates, and a cooling job market. This article looks at what may be driving spending and what might derail its momentum.

ISM Indexes Watch for Trouble on Both Sides of the Economy

Two different Purchasing Managers Indexes are generally considered to be leading economic indicators that can help businesses and investors make more informed decisions.

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