by Judith Ackland | Aug 19, 2016 | Uncategorized
Now is the time of year when students are heading to college. In past blogs, we have talked about ways to save for college and ways to minimize the cost of college. If you find yourself in the situation where you need to use loans to help pay for your college, this...
by Judith Ackland | May 27, 2016 | Uncategorized
Let’s all remember the true reason for this federal holiday — Memorial Day — to remember the people who died while serving our country. Crystal Financial Solutions will be closed Monday to observe the holiday. Enjoy the day! Judith Ackland has more than 26 years of...
by Judith Ackland | May 13, 2016 | Uncategorized
During tax season this year, many folks experienced some form of “sticker shock” when they realized their actual premium tax credit was quite a bit different than what was estimated when they applied for their 2015 health coverage through the Affordable Care Act (ACA)...
by Judith Ackland | Dec 18, 2015 | Uncategorized
Most of us know that having credit card or department store debt is not the best form of debt. Many, however, don’t realize what the actual effect on your wallet is through carrying credit card debt. The biggest cost in carrying credit card debt is the high interest...
by Judith Ackland | Dec 14, 2015 | Uncategorized
We’re in mid-December already. Soon we will be starting a new year and people will be thinking about their goals for 2016. If gaining control of your finances, getting out of debt, saving for college, or saving on your income taxes are some of your goals, consider...
by Judith Ackland | Nov 13, 2015 | Uncategorized
Rather than writing a regular blog this week, in honor of Veterans Day this past Wednesday, I want to give a big THANK YOU to all of our veterans and active duty men and women. Enjoy the pictures. Shaking hands in Afghanistan Raising the flag at Iwo Jima. Photo by Joe...