Safe Growth and Lifetime Income: The Power of Indexed Annuities for City of Elizabeth Workers
In the first part of this series, we dug into the nuts and bolts of the new 457(b) plan for Elizabeth city workers—what it is, how it stacks up against other retirement accounts like 401(k)s and 403(b)s, and why it’s such a valuable tool for building your financial future. Toward the end of that article, […]
Second-Job Income: Smart Strategies for Firefighters with Side Hustles
Back in 1736, Benjamin Franklin founded the first volunteer fire department in Philadelphia – and on top of running a print shop, publishing newspapers, and dabbling in electricity, the guy still found time to save buildings from burning down. Ol’ Ben knew the value of a side gig and a long-term plan. Fast forward a […]
Tax Season Prep: Firefighter Tax Hacks
It’s a familiar scene every spring: the firehouse banter shifts from last night’s 3-alarm blaze to that other annual ordeal – tax season. Tax season just hits different when you’re pulling 24-hour shifts and juggling overtime. Between FLSA calculations, specialty pay, and pension contributions, your tax situation isn’t exactly straightforward. But fear not, because just […]
Firefighter Financial Spring Cleaning – Easy Steps to a Stronger Future
Just like you clean your gear after a call, your finances need regular maintenance, too. When was the last time you gave your money situation a thorough scrubdown? Financial spring cleaning isn’t complicated. It’s about checking what you’ve got, tossing what you don’t need, and making sure everything’s working right. A few hours of financial […]