The ImpactFI Blog

With a bit of time to prepare, you can enter the second half of the year feeling financially confident and on track to meet your goals.

The Fed finally hit "pause" on interest rate increases in June after fifteen months and ten consecutive rate hikes. There are some signs that the rate increases already enacted are beginning to have an impact, however, wage growth remains strong. What does that mean for the timing of potential rate decreases?

You don't have to be an etiquette expert to successfully navigate your travels. Follow these 6 simple scenarios for proper tipping the next time you jet off.

When done with the right intentions and adequate research ahead of time, embarking on a voluntourism experience can be mutually beneficial for both the traveler and communities in need.

Since becoming a federal holiday, Juneteenth appears set to become an even bigger American institution. Discover how this American Jubilee began.

This blog will celebrate American Housing Month, give an outline of the holiday's history, and talk about how important home ownership has been in our country’s history.

With the debt ceiling debate behind us, attention has now returned to the Fed. The Fed is trying diligently to tamp down economic growth to control inflation, but recent progress has slowed, and changes are incremental. What does that mean for the future path of rate hikes?

While protection is never a bad thing, you want to make sure the value of the coverage outweighs the added cost.

Inflation is falling, wage growth has moderated somewhat, and a strong labor market doesn't seem to be inducing a wage-price inflation spiral. The Fed's confidence may not be misplaced, and the economy may avoid a recession this year as inflation continues to head back down towards 2%.

Employees or company founders that receive equity compensation often must cope with complex tax rules. Utilizing the 83(b) election is a valuable method of reducing tax liabilities, though there are some important caveats. In this piece, we break down what it is and what you can do about it.

Rather than procrastinate, learn why you should think ahead and plan your taxes two years at a time. Preparation is key to seamless tax planning.

Simplifying your wealth and your life, and creating a diversified, fully-realized financial plan requires an advisor with specialized skills who prioritizes putting the client’s interest first.

This year, celebrate Earth Day by looking at your portfolio and determining if ESG investing is suitable for you and your values.

It's never too early to start looking at your tax obligations for the coming tax season. The information in this article is for the 2023 tax year, which most taxpayers will file in 2024.

Investing in the company you work for can be part of a solid equity allocation, particularly when your company has an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) that allows you to buy shares at a discount. We break down what you need to know before adding your company stock to your investment plan.