Helpful DuGood Articles

by Rebecca Prince

There's no right time to begin collecting Social Security benefits, but the age at which you begin receiving benefits will affect how much retirement income you have, so you should weigh the consequences carefully.

If you’re sitting on equity in your home, did you know you can use it for good? And, in many instances, you can write off the interest earned from your taxes. Here are three great ways to use the equity in your home.

Ah, the journey of auto buying!  You found a car you love, and the price is just right…

One the best ways you can defend yourself against identity theft or other forms of fraud is to shred important documents when you don’t need them anymore. But, what is considered an important document? The following is what we recommend you shred:

Going back to school suggests it is the end of summer and the beginning of school supply sales, material lists from new teachers and classes, and long lines at school supply stores.  Children disappointed by the finish of their summer vacation are encouraged with the purchase of new clothes, books and occasionally, treats and impulse buys.