Charitable donations have long been a way for individuals to give back to their communities and support causes they care about. However, many people may not realize that charitable donations can also have tax benefits. By donating from your IRA, you may be able to achieve tax savings while also making a difference in the world. Read the full article here to find out more.

For various reasons, the state of a woman’s financial security often depends on her marital status. A study from the U.S. Government Accountability Office says that women’s household income dropped by 41 percent after divorce, nearly double the size of the decline men experienced. In 2020, women earned just 82.3 cents on the dollar compared with men, according to the Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics, a gap that was more pronounced for women of color. And women earn less than their male counterparts in nearly every occupation. Whether you are newly divorced, widowed, or single by choice, the following tips could help you shore up your financial security.

A Health Savings Account, HSA, is an account that can be opened by individuals who are under high-deductible health plans. The basis of the account is that it has tax advantages and allows individuals to save for certain medical expenses. Read more to find out about the benefits and downsides of HSA's, as well as what medical expenses are covered.

When planning your finances and future, it is important to consider ways to strengthen and secure your financial plans. One way of doing this is by ensuring you are prepared for the unexpected by having an insurance policy that will support and work alongside any emergency funds you may have.

Estate planning can be daunting, especially when you consider the various intertwining factors. One commonly asked question is whether trusts are necessary for your estate plan. In this article we will discuss various factors to help you determine whether a trust is right for you.

Planning for college fees is often neglected or the planning starts too late in an individual’s life. At Vantage Point Financial, we believe that planning for your child’s college tuition is a priority, and thus, have outlined various tips to help you start planning for your child’s college fees and expenses.