Hallmark Wealth Planning

07/14/2026

Roth or traditional—which 401(k) option makes more sense for you? This side-by-side comparison helps you think through the tradeoffs based on your tax situation.

Compare Roth and traditional 401(k) options to see which may work better for your situation.

07/14/2026

When it comes to booking travel with friends, it can be complicated when each of you has your own travel rewards credit card. But it’s almost always worth the effort. If you want to maximize rewards and minimize hassle, check out these helpful tips.

Check out the latest travel credit card stories from the team at Bankrate. We'll give you advice so you can use credit cards to travel to your next destination for nearly free.

07/13/2026

Want to save some cash when planning your next cruise vacation? Well, there’s certainly no need to reinvent the wheel. Use these tried-and-true tips for booking a cost-effective cruise.

https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/travel/tips-save-money-on-booking-cruise

07/12/2026

Nothing beats having your family treated like VIPs on vacation. And you don’t have to be frequent travelers to earn that status! Here are five ways using your credit card can guarantee some added perks for free.

Booking a trip with a credit card is pretty much standard. What you need to consider is whether using a card will mean debt, interest charges and stress.

07/10/2026

Ketchup, Mayo, Vinegar or salt…how do you like your fries? Make sure you satisfy that craving on National French Fry Day!

07/10/2026

Traveling to your favorite destination during its low season can sometimes cut travel costs in half. If you can sacrifice perfect weather, booking your next trip during the “shoulder season” might be your ticket to the biggest savings!

https://thriftytraveler.com/guides/shoulder-season-travel/

07/09/2026

In the first of a three part installment on real estate matters, we talk with Ryan Davis of NavX Realty to discuss buying a new home.

When do you know you are ready to buy a home? What does the process look like? What are common mistakes buyers make?

Find out the answers to these questions by taking a listen.

In this, the first of three episodes, Jason Hallmark and Ryan Davis of NavX Realty discuss how to know when you are ready financially for a new home purchase and the steps involved in getting the right house and financing for your needs. Contact Ryan Davis for your Real Estate Needs. ryandavishomes@...

07/09/2026

Many economists believe that expanding the money supply helps create and facilitate economic growth. That is not the case.