Kellman Barnes Financial Planning

07/17/2026

15 years or 30? The mortgage term you choose matters more than you might think. Compare your options and see what works best for your situation.

Compare different mortgage term lengths side by side to find the option that fits your budget.

07/15/2026

As health care expenses continue to climb, faster than wages and inflation, many American families struggle to afford necessary medical care. But tools are available to help ease the financial burden. HSAs and FSAs might help your household.

How HSAs and FSAs might help your household.

07/13/2026

Recovery. Recession. Gross Domestic Product. Learn the language of economic cycles.

Understanding the economy's cycles can help put current business conditions in better perspective.

07/10/2026

Medicare Advantage—Medicare Part C—is coverage from a private health insurance plan. Learn about the differences between Medicare Advantage and Original Medicare coverage here:

Medicare Part C allows you to choose a Medicare Advantage plan. This article will help you decide if it's right for you.

07/09/2026

Markets posted solid second-quarter gains as investors responded to upbeat economic reports, continued diplomatic efforts in the Middle East, and strong first-quarter corporate numbers. The S&P 500 rose 14.87%, the Nasdaq gained 21.41%, and the Dow picked up 12.90%, while Canada’s S&P/TSX Composite added 6.37%. Looking ahead, markets may continue to react to Middle East updates, oil prices, inflation trends, and the pace of global commerce through the Strait of Hormuz. From U.S. home price growth to Canadian housing forecasts, this quarter’s by-the-numbers highlights the data behind one of North America’s most closely watched markets.

Stocks saw solid gains in the second quarter, riding a wave of enthusiasm over upbeat economic reports, ongoing diplomatic efforts in the Middle East, and strong first-quarter corporate numbers.

07/08/2026

What should you look for in a personal finance app?

An increasing number have been developed to help individuals with their personal finances.

07/06/2026

Just entering retirement? Here's what you need to know.

07/03/2026

The financial risks to consider when evaluating self insurance?

Choosing to bear the financial burden of an adverse event is called self-insuring. Do you know what that entails?

07/01/2026

The investments you’ve made in your life so far have helped prepare you for the future. We can help, too.

You’ve made investments your whole life. Work with us to help make the most of them.

06/29/2026

M0 is the total of all physical currency worldwide. What’s it look like?

Learn a little about worldwide currency in this fun infographic