
Articles From Lumsden McCormick Financial Services
All Municipal Bonds Are Not Created Equal
Posted by Jeffrey Budzinski on May 01, 2025
The city of Detroit emerged from bankruptcy in 2014. Still, its previous inability to pay investors left some questioning their long-held assumption about the relative safety of municipal bonds.
A Decision Not Made Is Still a Decision
Posted by Austin Robare on April 22, 2025
Let's review some of the forms investment inaction takes.
Popcorn, Peanuts, and Cracker Jack!
Posted by Claire McNamara on March 25, 2025
Lumsden McCormick would like to share our season tickets with you!
Debunking Money Myths: Saving is Impossible in This Economy
Posted by Austin Robare on March 20, 2025
While economic headwinds may create obstacles, building wealth is still possible through intentional planning and consistent action.
5 Social Security Myths: Separating Fact from Fiction
Posted by Jeffrey Budzinski on March 11, 2025
In this article, we’ll break down some of the most common social security myths.
What It Takes to Become an Accredited Investor
Posted by Jeffrey Budzinski on February 25, 2025
For the average investor, the financial landscape can sometimes feel like a complex maze with limited access to certain investment opportunities.
Starting a Roth IRA for a Teen
Posted by Austin Robare on February 18, 2025
Want to give your child or grandchild a financial head start? A Roth IRA might be a choice to consider.
How Income Taxes Work
Posted by Jeffrey Budzinski on February 13, 2025
Taxpayers and businesses spend an estimated 7.9 billion hours a year complying with tax-filing requirements, which is worth $413 billion in economic value just to comply with tax regulations.
Filing Final Tax Returns for the Deceased
Posted by Jeffrey Budzinski on February 11, 2025
If a departed family member earned taxable income during the year in which they died, then federal taxes may be owed. An executor or a survivor must, therefore, file a final federal income tax return.
Catch-Up Contributions
Posted by Austin Robare on February 06, 2025
In 2001 Congress passed a law that can help older workers make up for lost time. But few may understand how this generous offer can add up over time.