Community Blogs

Most people feel some relief after filing their income tax returns each year. But even if you’ve successfully filed your 2024 return, you may still have questions. Here are three… Read More

I am fortunate to be a member of a team of experienced researchers and explorers who meet via Zoom every month or two to discuss our on-going efforts to solve… Read More

Every time I travel in the county, I’m struck by the beauty of the area. Frescoes curling up corner streets, mosaics flourishing between shops. Statuesque animals prowling their plaza, or… Read More

Maryland is at a fiscal crossroads. Facing a projected $3.3 billion budget deficit, Governor Wes Moore has introduced a comprehensive budget plan to address this shortfall. The proposal includes a… Read More

Have a child who is not great about getting ready on time for school unless you constantly remind them to move to the next task? Does your child react strongly… Read More

Business owners, beware. Identity theft is a growing threat that can cripple your business or shut it down forever. Signs of business identity theft include the inability to file a… Read More

Over the years, I have learned to focus on earnings, interest rates and other market factors when assessing the outlook for stocks, and to avoid letting the Washington D.C. political… Read More

As early March rolls in, many kids are gearing up for the start of spring sports. For those who play sports year-round, the transition might be minor, especially for indoor… Read More

Montgomery Community Media, in celebration of the diversity of voices and opinions of Montgomery County residents, provides media platforms for the uninhibited expression of ideas. Access users assume full responsibility… Read More

It’s time again to start thinking about getting your tax return prepared. Here are some quick tips you can use to help speed tax processing and avoid hassles. Gather all… Read More

In early November in this column, I described several candidate locations for the missing sin city of Sodom, all on the west, southwest, or east coasts of the Dead Sea.… Read More

If you’re subject to required minimum distributions (RMDs), you must take your 2024 RMD by Dec. 31 to avoid penalties. RMDs are mandatory withdrawals from retirement plans such as 401(k)s,… Read More