SInce the news and everyone under the sun has bashed Bank of America for its debit card monthly fee, which it has since gotten rid of (too late), people have been flocking to Credit Unions. See this article about it:http://www.sacbee.com/2011/11/30/4088566/california-credit-unions-still.htmlThis shows you have power to make some changes in life if you shop around. Any questions, call me at 818-333-5095 or email at bstonercpa@sbcglobal.net Remember, you can count on us to count for you!
Brian’s Financial Musings
Well, you knew it was coming – the post office is losing so much money next year they are closing branches and trying to lay off workers. In this article in the Orange County Register, they talk about specifics including the increase in first class stamps to 45 cents:http://economy.ocregister.com/2011/12/05/post-office-to-slash-jobs-service/100286/In the past there was also talk of getting rid of Saturday delivery, but for sure it sounds like first class mail will not be delivered overnight, even in the same city. Well let’s see what happens.You can count on us to count for you!
Brian’s Financial Musings
What should you look for in a good financial planner or advisor? Here is article that discusses some of the things you need to think about:http://www.indystar.com/article/20111106/BUSINESS/311060004/Your-Plan-Looking-financial-planner-Start-by-following-these-tips?odyssey=mod%7Cnewswell%7Ctext%7CIndyStar.com%7CsAnother item to think about is a referral from another professional you trust. Call or email me and I can recommend a couple of prefessionals I have known for years and trust.You can count on us to count for you!