Opinion

Avoid Holiday Debt: Spend With Intention, Not Impulse

Mon, 12/01/2025 - 3:21pm

Holiday cheer has a way of loosening purse strings – sometimes more than we can afford. In 2024, one-third of Americans ended the year with holiday debt averaging $1,181. And 60% of them were stressed about it, according to a December 2024 Lending Tree survey.

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STATE CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS

Thu, 11/20/2025 - 12:00am

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Smart Financial Moves to Make Before Year-End

JARED BODKIN Financial Advisor 112 N. Washington Seymour, TX 76380 940.888.1032

Smart Financial Moves to Make Before Year-End

Thu, 11/20/2025 - 12:00am

As the year winds down, it’s the perfect time to make some smart moves before the calendar flips to 2026. Think of it as a financial tuneup that could help with saving money and setting you up for success in the months ahead. Here are some things to consider.