The Beacon Brief

Attending college offers many benefits when it comes to having a higher-income job and being exposed to new experiences. However, the climbing costs of college have some students and their families choosing to forgo higher education. Our blog helps outline the expenses to plan for and financial planning guide for parents and students so that

Summer vacations are supposed to be relaxing, but planning a vacation on a budget can often be the opposite. That’s where your experts at Liberty Bay can help out! There are always ways to trim expenses and be financially savvy without giving up your fun. Read our 5 tips for planning a summer vacation on

If you qualify for a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC), using a HELOC for home improvement can be a smart financial alternative to dipping into your savings. From creating your dream home to increasing its value before selling the property, it can be a great idea to use a HELOC for home renovations.

Homeownership comes with many benefits. A Home Equity Line of Credit, or HELOC, can be one of them! If you want to open a line of credit, need funds for a renovation project, or have any other significant ongoing or upcoming expenses, a HELOC can be both helpful and sensible.

Did you know April is Financial Literacy Month? This vital effort to raise awareness about the importance of financial literacy began as Youth Financial Literacy Day. In 2000, the Jump$tart Coalition expanded the day to encompass the entire month of April. During Financial Literacy Month, organizations across the country promote the importance of financial education

Economic impact payment, stimulus check, COVID relief… your federal stimulus check goes by multiple names. The most recent payment is part of the American Rescue Plan Act providing much-needed relief to individuals, businesses, programs, and others struggling with unemployment and other financial stressors. The eagerly-anticipated payment provides up to $1,400 for Americans who qualify.