Scarborough Capital Management Blog

New Year, New Financial Goals
Jan 29, 2024
It’s that time of year when we realize we may have indulged a little too much over the holidays, and maybe our bank account is feeling the impact.[...]
Will I Get My Ex’s Benefits … and Other Social Security Questions
Dec 20, 2023
Social Security benefits are a crucial ingredient in many people’s retirement calculations. However, determining how much you will receive in Social[...]
6 Things to Teach Your Children About Money
Oct 30, 2023
It’s never too early to teach your children about money. Starting them off on the right financial foot may be one of the best things you can do for[...]
10 Ways Your Spending Habits Could Be Jeopardizing Your Retirement
Oct 20, 2023
Time is one of the most important ingredients in the recipe for a financial plan. Earning and saving money is important, of course, but Father Time[...]
A Financial Advisor’s 10 Tips to Reducing Debt
Oct 06, 2023
It might start out fairly innocent – a credit card purchase for $500. But if left unchecked, a small portion of debt can grow into a ball and chain,[...]
Top 5 Financial Planning Mistakes Federal Employees Make
Sep 20, 2023
Maryland ranks fourth in the nation for employment within the federal government. Located in the state’s capital, Scarborough Capital Management[...]
Saving Vs. Investing: Which is More Important?
Aug 16, 2023
Putting your money to work is one of the core pillars of wealth-building. This common but powerful mantra is the driving force behind strategically[...]
8 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Making a Major Purchase
Aug 02, 2023
Buyer’s remorse is an awful feeling. The regret, exasperation and that sinking feeling that you went into debt for nothing (or not much, anyway) that[...]
Not Your (Grand)Parents’ Retirement: How Retirement Planning Has Changed
Jul 19, 2023
Retirement planning has changed tremendously in the past several decades.