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Financial Focus®: Your credit score matters more than you may think

Your credit score can play a surprisingly big role in your financial life. From renting an apartment to getting a cellphone plan, your credit...

Cathy Jo Loy Capitol Report: House Continues Moving Key Legislation to the Senate

We’re now six weeks into session, and the Missouri House has been busy. We’ve already passed more than a dozen bills, while committees continue...

Financial Focus®: Love languages can help you enjoy Valentine’s Day on a budget

Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to break the bank. In fact, the most meaningful expressions of love often cost little...

Cathy Jo Loy Capitol Report

This week, the Missouri House acted on several major pieces of legislation while committees continued work on a broad...

Financial Focus®: Local business owners – Don’t overlook retirement plans

If you’re a local business owner, you’re juggling many priorities: growing revenue, managing expenses, supporting your team and planning...

Financial Focus®: Why Social Security matters more for women

When planning for retirement, Social Security isn't just another item on your financial checklist. For women especially, it's often...

Cathy Jo Loy Capitol Report

I was delighted to visit with students from New Heights Christian Academy. These students were accompanied by Angela Spieker,...

Financial Focus®: New tax laws for 2026 that you should know

The new year brings more than resolutions and fresh starts; it also ushers in several tax changes that could...