Patrick B. Lough, CFS, CLTC, ChFC

Charter Financial Planning

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Lease Payment

How much would your monthly lease payment be?

Mortgage Refinancing

Determine whether you should consider refinancing your mortgage.

IRA Eligibility

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

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A Mortgage Recast Is an Alternative to Refinancing

This article explains how a mortgage recast works to enable a homeowner to reduce a monthly mortgage payment without having to refinance and why it may be an appealing solution in certain situations.

Debit or Credit — What’s the Difference?

This article explains why it may be better to use a credit card for certain transactions, as long as the bill is paid on time to avoid interest charges.

Most Grocery Shoppers Aren’t Fooled by Shrinkflation

You may have noticed products shrinking in size while prices stay the same or increase. This article includes tips for spotting and reducing the impact of this tricky strategy.

You’ve Received an Inheritance, Now What?

Receiving an inheritance might promote spending without planning, but it’s not wise to make hasty decisions. This article provides suggestions that could help manage an inheritance.

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