Have you ever experienced the uplifting power of music after a long, tiring day? Join us in this episode as we delve into how your favorite melodies can reduce stress, enhance your mood, and even promote better sleep. We also discuss fascinating insights, revealing how music can strengthen bonds and bring joy into our lives.

Are you ready for a fresh start? Given the nonstop disruptions in nearly every aspect of our lives in recent years, there’s a good chance that you may be thinking about making some changes in your life. And maybe you’re looking for a good place to start.

The Saver's Credit, also called the IRS' Credit for Qualified Retirement Savings Contributions, is a tax credit that pays to save for retirement. This tax credit is in addition to the tax deduction and tax-deferred growth available to retirement savers. However, many people may be missing out on the Saver's Credit simply due to a lack of awareness. A recent survey by nonprofit Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies found that just half of U.S. workers are aware of it.

On this podcast episode, Al and Catherine discuss the Saver's Credit including who can benefit from it and how to go about claiming it on your tax return.

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Amid population aging and the high cost of care, tens of millions of Americans are serving as caregivers for family members and loved ones. While these caregiving services are truly invaluable, they are often performed without a paycheck and they put significant strain on the caregiver. On this episode, Al and Catherine discuss five coping strategies that can help caregivers manage their responsibilities and, hopefully, ease their burden.

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