The Beacon Brief

We’re seeing and uptick on fraudster activity. Scammers are coming up with ever more creative ways to prey on people, like creating fake online stores, pretending to be someone you know, or tugging at your heartstrings to convince you to send them money.

In the 2022 tax season, you have until April 19 (Tax Day) to file your taxes. This process can be overwhelming even if you’re familiar with the different types of taxes, when and how you pay them, and why they’re important. But filing your 2021 taxes doesn’t have to be a headache! Read on for

The New Year brings new opportunities to set and reach financial goals. What financial resolutions did you set for yourself in 2022? Whether you are saving towards a goal, aiming for better financial health, or simply determined to budget better (and stick to it!), your Liberty Bay experts have some helpful tips to keep you

We all spend more during the holidays as we search for the perfect gift for our loved ones. During this unusual year, the increased holiday spending might be more stressful than usual. Your Liberty Bay experts have some tips and tools to make sure you don’t break the bank during this season of giving.

Most assume that the only way to get scammed while shopping is doing it online. However, shopping offline this time of year can pose risks as well. Our blog highlights more than seven ways to protect your financial security and avoid scammers this holiday shopping season.

5 ways to track expenses for your small business Many small businesses struggle to stay on top of their business expenses. According to the Federal Reserve Small Business Credit Survey: 65% of firms surveyed said that paying operating expenses was a top financial challenge. 51% of business owners had to pay for business expenses with