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May is Military Appreciation Month, a time to recognize and honor the dedication, sacrifice, and resilience of our nation’s service members, veterans, and their families. At Chelsea Groton, we are proud to stand with the military community—not just in gratitude, but in action. This month, we’re spotlighting valuable tools and resources available through our Online Learning…
May is dedicated to celebrating the rich and diverse cultures of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (AANHPIs). This month-long observance, known as AANHPI Heritage Month, is a time to honor the contributions and achievements of the people who make up these communities in the United States. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there…
When a child’s identity is stolen, the information can be used for various fraudulent activities. Thieves might apply for government benefits like health care coverage or nutrition assistance using the child’s information. They could also open bank accounts or credit card accounts, apply for loans, sign up for utility services such as water or electricity,…
Marielle Winkelman, VP, Regional Sales and Service Manager, is responding to hot topic questions in this installment of Ask An Expert! What is a voided check? “When a check has the word VOID written on the front, it cannot be used in any transaction moving forward. It cannot be filled in, cashed or deposited. A…
After long talks and extensive thought, you have decided you are ready to start a family of your own. There’s a lot to account for when welcoming a child into the world, not the least of which is the expense of it all. Having a baby is expensive, really expensive. In 2022, Brookings Institute shared…
Taxes. Love them or hate them you’ve got to file them. Make this tax season a little less stressful by keeping your personal information safe from bad actors by following the tips below. If, when you try to file, you are told a tax return has already been filed or income is seen from a different…
You may feel like your career is just getting started, but it’s never too early to start planning for retirement. Here are 5 financial tips to help you make the most of your money: If your employer offers a 401(k) plan, sign up now and contribute as much as you can. These contributions are made…
Over the past few months, we’ve heard many people have been receiving an increased amount of unwanted solicitations or “trigger lead” calls and mail from mortgage lenders, credit card companies, and other credit grantors. If you recently had your credit pulled when applying for a personal loan or mortgage, it’s likely the credit bureaus have…
Hispanic Heritage Month, originally established in 1968, began as a commemorative week introduced by California Congressman George E. Brown, who represented East Los Angeles and San Gabriel Valley, to recognize the contributions of the Hispanic community throughout American history. The “Central American neighbors” as President Lyndon B. Johnson dubbed the countries of Costa Rica, El…
According to a recent study by LIMRA and Life Happens, in January 2024, 51% of consumers reported owning life insurance, down significantly from 63% in 2011. Among life insurance owners, 22% say they do not have enough coverage. And 42% of American Adults (representing 102million people) say they need, or need more, life insurance.* In the…
