Angela Parra McNeely

For most people, wealth-building doesn’t happen automatically. Real, measurable progress comes from building consistent habits that move you forward. Check out 6 habits to start this year to establish a foundation that can last you a lifetime.

6 Smart Wealth-Building Money Habits to Start Early Learn 6 smart money habits that can help you save more, spend wisely, and start building wealth now.

Property taxes too high? Here are ways to potentially lower your assessment.

How to Appeal Your Property Taxes For homeowners who think their property taxes are too high, there are ways to appeal.

This Monthly Recap summarizes market performance, major events and news from May 2026. Read more here:

May 2026 Monthly Recap U.S. stocks extended gains in May, with the S&P 500 ending the month with seven straight daily gains and its ninth consecutive weekly gain, its longest winning…

Markets are riding a nine-week rally, but a data-heavy week will test that momentum. With PMIs, job openings, and the May jobs report in focus, we are watching labor strength and inflation signals closely. The question: can the rally continue, or does volatility return? See what Chief Market Strategist Brian Klimke thinks in .

The Week Ahead | Cetera “Cetera Financial Group” refers to the network of independent retail firms encompassing, among others, Cetera Advisors LLC, Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Cetera Investment Services LLC (marketed as Cetera Financial Institutions or Cetera Investors), and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC. All firms...

15 years or 30? The mortgage term you choose matters more than you might think. Compare your options and see what works best for your situation.

Comparing Mortgage Terms Compare different mortgage term lengths side by side to find the option that fits your budget.

Support a healthy relationship around money and learn strategies for managing your finances effectively as a couple.

How to Effectively Budget as a Couple Be sure that you agree on how to go about combining your finances as a couple before discussing how you'll handle expenses.

Retirement often means shifting from saving to spending. Discover how a tax-efficient withdrawal strategy can make the transition smoother and help you make the most of your savings.

Retirement Income 101: Tax-Efficient Withdrawal Strategies Not sure how to shift from saving to spending in your golden years? Learn these tax-savvy retirement withdrawal strategies.

A quiet week for data, but Thursday’s PCE report still matters. Inflation is expected to remain above the Fed’s target. But the bigger driver? Geopolitics—especially in the Middle East. See why Chief Market Strategist Brian Klimke says markets may take cues from headlines, not data, in .

The Week Ahead | Cetera “Cetera Financial Group” refers to the network of independent retail firms encompassing, among others, Cetera Advisors LLC, Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Cetera Investment Services LLC (marketed as Cetera Financial Institutions or Cetera Investors), and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC. All firms...

When should you discuss family finances as retirement nears? Now! Read this article to learn how to facilitate those important conversations.

Don't Delay an Important Discussion Talking about money shouldn’t be taboo. Learn about starting financial conversations across the generations in your family.

Is buying always better than renting? Not necessarily. Run the numbers on both sides to see which option makes more sense for your situation and timeline.

Rent vs Buy Calculator Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.