The Beacon Brief

If you have any outstanding loans, credit card payments, or other forms of debt, you’re not alone. According to America’s Debt Help Organization, household debt in the United States hit $14.6 trillion in the spring of 2021, a record debt load shared by about 340 million people.   One way to potentially reduce your debt

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