Seasonal Financial Tips
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Shred Day—What to Shred and What to Keep
Wondering what to shred and why? We’ll break it all down for you and tell you how to dispose of sensitive documents. Read More »
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12 Tell-Tale Signs of Contractor Fraud
Spring is high season for home repair projects and, unfortunately, contractor fraud. Follow these tips to avoid falling victim to a scam. Read More »
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Uses for Your Tax Refund That Will Move You Forward
Getting a tax refund in 2026? Learn how to use it wisely—plus what Oregon’s kicker means for your return and your next financial move. Read More »
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How Marriage and Domestic Partnerships Affect Your Taxes
Getting married or entering a domestic partnership in Oregon? Learn how relationship changes affect your federal and state taxes. Read More »
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The IRS Dirty Dozen: How to Spot the Top Tax Scams
Tax season is here, so we’re highlighting a few classic tax scams that are likely to make this year’s ‘Dirty Dozen’ list. Read More »
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It’s Time to Talk Taxes
It’s tax season! To get you ready, we’ve got a simple checklist of forms and tax considerations to watch out for before you file. Read More »
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Important Dates to Mark on Your 2026 Financial To-Do List
There are a lot of important dates to keep track of when managing your finances. Here’s what should be on your financial to-do list for 2025. Read More »
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Revisiting 50/30/20 for 2026
Explore how the 50/30/20 rule fits today’s financial landscape and see simple ways to tailor the framework to your needs in 2026. Read More »
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The 12 Scams of Christmas
From impersonation scams to bogus gift exchanges, we’ve got a festive wrap-up of some seasonal scams to watch out for. Read More »
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Thanksgiving Budgeting Tips
Is it possible to create a memorable meal on a tight budget? Absolutely! Just follow these Thanksgiving budgeting tips. Read More »
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How to Protect Your Digital Wallet This Holiday Season
The holiday season is here, and despite some economic uncertainty, Americans are predicted to spend a collective $242 billion on holiday gifts in 2025—not to mention nearly $311 billion on holiday travel. Now, more than ever, shoppers are turning to… Read More »
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Lucky Pennies and Other Money Superstitions
See a penny pick it up, but will it really bring you good luck? Read More »