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Guest column: The Great Wealth Transfer and financial literacy

With the projected transfer of wealth to reach $124 trillion by 2048, the Great Wealth Transfer is among us, presenting both challenges and opportunities for individuals and their families at every socioeconomic level. This transition underscores the urgent need for…

Opinion: Will Iowa businesses speak up before we lose our future workforce?

Iowa made national news in February when Governor Kim Reynolds signed into law a bill…

Young professionals

Year-end financial goals: small steps, big impact

“The two most powerful warriors are patience and time.” This quote by Leo Tolstoy reminds…

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Defining innovation in Iowa: The path forward

Over the past decade serving as president of the Technology Association of Iowa (TAI), I’ve…

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Every cent counts with Iowa State Treasurer Roby Smith

Why is money called dough? Because everybody “kneads” it.  Everyone’s financial goals and timelines are…

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Opinion: The fiscal policy of Governor Reynolds brings stability and optimism

The May 2024 NFIB Small Business Economic Trends Survey demonstrated that not only are small…

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds

Johnson County comprehensive plan proposal would stunt growth

By Casey Cook / Guest Opinion While attending the League of Women Voters fo­rum for…