With September comes the beginning of autumn. The days are becoming shorter and cooler and fall activities commence. The first fall issue of Tomorrow provides content that helps you look and plan ahead.
Fall is a good time to start preparing for tax season. In “Year-end Tax Tips: How to Get Ahead of Tax Season Now,” we suggest seven tips that may help your 2024 tax filing go more smoothly. With increasing frequency, we hear from companies whose databases have been hacked and consumers’ personal information being exposed. “Victim of a Data Breach? What Is It and Steps to Take,” offers guidance on how to navigate such a crisis.
In autumn, many of us make preparations for chilly weather. Our article, “It's Time to Winterproof Your Home and Car,” shares ideas for ensuring you’re not left out in the cold this winter. Fall also reminds us to think now about providing for our loved ones when we are gone. September is National Life Insurance Month. With that in mind, we share tips on determining how much life insurance to purchase in “Do You Have Enough Life Insurance? Here's How to Find Out.” In addition, part 2 of “Financial Fact: Financial Terms You Should Know” sheds light on some basic tax-related terms.
Finally, contemplate this scripture. "Prepare your work outside; get everything ready for yourself in the field, and after that build your house" (Proverbs 24:27 ESV). In the ancient world, many people were farmers, so careful planning was essential for ensuring that food and resources were available in the future. For example, it would be unwise to build a permanent home before crops were planted. This proverb reminds us of the importance of planning in our own lives because our efforts are more likely to succeed if we are prepared.
We look forward to helping you plan your financial future. Enjoy the change of seasons and the colorful changing of the leaves.
In Christ,
Louis