Beware of IRS Scammers

IRS scammersIt is that time again, tax time! Time to report our finances to our favorite uncle – Uncle Sam. Thankfully, this year you will have a few extra days to file your taxes instead of the usual April 15th deadline. Monday, April 18th is the deadline this year due to Emancipation Day. Emancipation Day is a holiday celebrated in Washington D.C. to mark the anniversary of Abraham Lincoln freeing African slaves and their descendants.

Whether you will file your own taxes or head to a professional this year, we want to remind you to beware of Internal Revenue Service (IRS) scammers. They are on the prowl and willing to con you and anyone else out of your hard-earned money. Check here for the official IRS press release.
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Five Reasons to Have Life Insurance

life insuranceMaking the financial decision to buy life insurance usually affects people on an emotional level. After all, buying life insurance is about protecting your loved ones after your demise. It’s a heavy subject, but something everyone needs to consider even if your employer provides a small life insurance policy. Here are the five biggest reasons that you should buy life insurance.
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Brussels Attack

Brussels attack

LATEST UPDATE: The death toll has been revised to 32. Some of the victims were counted more than once and the attackers were also counted, but have now been omitted by Belgium authorities. Over 300 people were injured and required medical treatment. Some of the injured are still in the hospital and receiving intensive treatment.

Four Americans have been killed in the attacks, according to the State Department.

Our condolences to all of the victims and their families. We wish those injured a speedy recovery. Stay tuned for more updates.

(updated 04/01/2016)


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