Michael Jennings, Financial Professional

This week marks the return of the Friendly Neighborhood Advisor. Michael Jennings is back to share some tips on summer and back-to-school spending. Make sure your wallet survives the summer by tuning in to George Kilpatrick Inspiration for the Nation with Michael Jennings of .

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Parents!! Please mark your calendars for this fantastic event coming up on August 12! Reading Good, Looking Good will allow your children (age 7-12) to read STEM based books while receiving a haircut or braids for free!

Micron is on the way and they want to make sure we know they are bringing immense opportunity to our local community. You’re invited to come and strengthen your children’s interest in STEM careers while local barbers & hairstylists get them ready to start school again. While you wait, you can also learn some helpful financial info on college planning from your Friendly Neighborhood Advisor! This is an excellent way to begin your child’s path towards becoming a great candidate for a career with Micron or the Tech Industry. Early childhood literacy is extremely important for success and these organizations are here to help!

See you on August 12!

🦅 Happy Independence Day! Whether you celebrate with fireworks🧨, a BBQ🍔 , or more quiet time with loved ones 💖, we all are connected by our love for and commemoration of this great nation. 🗽

Forecast This short video helps explain why markets can be as unpredictable as the weather.

We are honored and excited to be a finalist for this year's 2024 Business of the Year Awards! We here at Brackens would like to give our heartfelt thanks to Upstate Minority Economic Alliance and CenterState CEO for this community recognition.

The winners will be announced at CenterState CEO's 2024 Annual Meeting on Thursday, April 11 at the Oncenter! Please support us and register here: https://centerstateceo.com/events/4/2024/centerstate-ceo-annual-meeting

This year’s Pioneer Public Service Awardee is New York Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins. We were fortunate to spend time with her discussing the issue of inadequate availability of affordable housing in New York and across the country. Her comments and potential solutions provide a historical guidepost to follow, dating back to World War II.

Join in on the conversation here on Vicki on Inspiration for the Nation!

https://youtu.be/0MiTbkhyP4Q

Thank you so much for your support for the 16th Annual Black History Month Jazz Cabaret with Endea Owens! Tickets are now sold out. Let's all have fun on February 25th at Marriott Syracuse Downtown!

The Importance Of Transition Planning For Business Owners Transitioning a business is a high-stakes endeavor, and for many, a once-in-a-lifetime process that requires significant focus, action, time, and money to do properly.

What's My 2023 Tax Bracket? Check out this handy reference of updated ranges from the IRS in case your designated bracket has changed.

Little Know Black History Fact Introducing Shalanda Young

The First Black Woman to Head Up the White House Office of Management and Budget played a pivotal role in crafting the Debt Ceiling Deal passed by Congress and the Senate. This debt ceiling deal averted a Financial Catastrophe because she had rare credibility with both Republicans and Democrats. Now that’s a big deal!

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Last week, I had the pleasure of being surrounded by friends, family, clients, and colleagues as I celebrated my time in the financial industry. An achievement not taken lightly, as many in this position before me were not fortunate to have made it this far. We enjoyed great food and drinks, shared laughs, and established connections. And while we enjoyed the company of one another most of the night, I also wanted to make sure to communicate a message…

Life is not a challenge or struggle that one must face alone. Everyone needs a team, whether they realize it or not. A team of people who advocate for you in times of need and in times of opportunity. For every problem you may have, there is someone out there capable of helping you through it. Being aware of this is the first step. The next step between where you are financially and where you want to be is proper financial planning. Identifying your path to success and building your team should start now. All it takes is the first conversation to begin progressing towards your goals. And as a resource for our community, I encourage you all to reach out to get a better understanding of where you are and where you can be!

Mike - Your Friendly Neighborhood Advisor

Have you ever experienced financial anxiety?

What is financial anxiety and have you ever experienced it? #finance #money #investing #depression Vicki Brackens on Inspiration for the Nation - Don't Fall for the Hype - Episode 204Full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJRY0TQ93twwww.brackensfsn.co...

Join us in celebrating the brave men and women who have dedicated their lives to military service. We thank you for your sacrifice.

If you don’t have a handle on your cash, nothing will turn out right. This week, Michael Jennings, The Friendly Neighborhood Advisor, reviews strategies to help you improve Cash Flow Management. Tune in now!

https://youtu.be/pekxT6mi2nQ

A House Divided By understanding a few key concepts during a divorce, you may be able to avoid common pitfalls.

Do Our Biases Affect Our Financial Choices? Even the most seasoned investors have biases affecting their financial choices.

It's now easier to call Michael Jennings, Financial Professional.

Last week I had the privilege and honor to attend the Conference of African American Financial Professionals held by The American College of Financial Services.

Across three days, in the beautiful city of Washington DC, I spent my time meeting and networking with fellow professionals. Despite traveling from all over the country, it was amazing to feel the power in all of us having so many shared experiences and the same aspirations when it comes to the financial industry. As a young, Black advisor from a severely poverty-stricken town, it was overwhelmingly energizing to hear so many different perspectives on how we all could work to change the trajectory of our future.

For far too long, the issues that plague our communities have been overlooked. And while the mere fact of the number of Black financial professionals in attendance at CAAFP shows that we have come a long way, we still have much further to go. It is going to take a concerted effort from all of us to make sure that we lead our communities to a place where we’re not just surviving, but thriving! I am glad to have spent my time learning how to better service clients, especially when they have specific needs that are tied to their communities.

I am dedicated to learning more…this is only the beginning!

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Check out the video from last week's Friendly Neighborhood Advisor segment.

It's all about IRA's!

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Vicki Brackens on Inspiration for the Nation - It's All About IRAs - Episode 170 In 1974, Congress authorized IRAs (Individual Retirement Accounts) through the Employee Retirement Income Security Act to help workers without cover...

If you heard my segment this past Sunday on Inspiration for the Nation, here is some additional info on the Saver's Credit for next year's tax season! Single filers can get a credit of up to $2,000 ($4,000 for joint filers).

https://www.cnbc.com/2022/04/01/house-retirement-bill-would-expand-a-tax-credit-for-low-income-earners.html

The House's retirement bill would expand a largely unknown tax credit for low-income earners Most tax filers don't know about the saver's credit for low-income earners, which is worth up to $2,000 for joint filers.

April is ! We want you and your family to be equipped with the financial tools you need to achieve your goals. If you have any questions you want to be answered, don't hesitate to reach out to us!