Karen Trepte

Over the next couple weeks, we’re going to explore a few of those topics more in-depth, starting with how to pay off debt. Paying down or paying off debt is a common New Year’s resolution. … Read more

Buying a house is a huge deal – it’s the sign that you’re growing up, embracing the American dream and it shows financial stability. A mortgage is an example of secured debt and improves your credit and … Read more

The two most common New Year’s Resolutions have to do with weight loss and monetary gain (or paying down debt). It makes sense – these are two facets of life that cause the most stress … Read more

As the holidays hit, we’re faced with the twin money drains of increased energy costs and holiday budget bloat. While you can’t do much about needing to buy presents for every aunt, uncle, cousin and … Read more

I totally understand that life insurance is complicated. There are many different types of products available. You should always have life insurance. The most important question is what kind?!! Well, that’s where having a professional … Read more

If you have your money in an individual retirement account, you’ve likely considering taking some out here and there for home improvements or emergencies. The fact that your contributions are tax-deductible are nice, but it … Read more

Increasingly complex markets and potential future instability as business models change are both weighing heavily on the minds of employees and employers alike. One way that employers are handling this is to offer a lump-sum … Read more