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07/16/2026

If you want an early indication of the strength of a dozen states’ effort to stop Paramount‘s proposed acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, it will come soon.

That’s because California Attorney General Rob Bonta and 11 of his colleagues filed a motion for a a request for emergency relief, or a request for temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction. If it is granted, a TRO would put a halt to the $110 billion transaction for at least a couple weeks, while a preliminary injunction would go longer as the legal process plays out.

If you want an early indication of the strength of a the states' effort to stop Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, it will come soon.

07/15/2026

Mortgage rates are on the move again — up to 6.92% this week from 6.71% just two weeks ago. For anyone shopping for a home right now, that shift changes the math on affordability.

We're seeing more buyers consider adjustable-rate mortgages to soften the initial hit, and that can be a smart strategy for the right situation. But it comes with real trade-offs down the road when the rate resets.

Rate swings don't have to derail your plans. They just call for a clear-eyed look at your options. Reach out to Abacus Financial to talk through what fits your goals.

07/14/2026

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act will become law without President Trump's signature.

"I will not sign the Housing Bill, which has been fully approved by Congress and sent to the White House, in PROTEST over the fact that the United States Senate is not capable of passing THE SAVE AMERICA ACT," the president wrote on Truth Social.

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act aims to boost housing supply, expand mortgage access, and limit corporate buyers. Here’s what home buyers and sellers need to know.

07/13/2026

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07/10/2026

🎙️ VOCALS ONLY — Follow for daily acapellas and legendary voices.

Released in 1981, “Just the Two of Us” became one of Bill Withers’ most beloved songs and a timeless celebration of love, connection, and optimism.

Recorded with jazz saxophonist Grover Washington Jr., the song blended smooth jazz and soul to create a sound that still feels fresh decades later. But at the heart of it all is Bill Withers’ warm, effortless voice—calm, reassuring, and instantly recognizable.

With the music stripped away, every word feels personal. His natural delivery and understated emotion prove that great singers don’t need to overpower a song to make it unforgettable.

More than 40 years later, it’s still one of the smoothest vocal performances ever recorded.

🎧 Song: Just the Two of Us
🎤 Artist: Bill Withers

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07/09/2026

Tyler was Grammy-nominated three times, and also received three Brit Award nominations.

07/08/2026

Social Security has been all over the news this week, and it's easy to see why. Between COLA estimates, trust fund projections, and ongoing debate over the retirement age, there's a lot of noise to sort through.

Here's what's actually being discussed right now:

One projection estimates the 2027 cost-of-living adjustment could come in around 4.7%, which would be a meaningful bump for retirees relying on fixed income.

A Wharton analysis recently suggested the Social Security trust funds may hold up longer than some earlier estimates predicted, offering a bit more breathing room in the broader conversation about the program's future.

At the same time, the question of whether the retirement age should change remains an active topic in Washington, with no resolution in sight.

Here's the thing: headlines like these can create a lot of anxiety, but they shouldn't drive your personal decisions. What matters more is having a claiming strategy built around your own health, income needs, and other retirement assets, one that holds up regardless of which way policy eventually shifts.

If you're unsure when to claim or how Social Security fits into your broader retirement income plan, that's exactly the kind of conversation worth having now, before decisions become urgent.

📩 Schedule a consultation to review your Social Security strategy.

07/07/2026

When inflation heats up, these savings bonds take the spotlight.