El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-When is the best time to take Social Security? Brian Mirau from Mirau Capital Management dives into the essential factors to consider when deciding when to collect your benefits.
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- Resolutions are easy to make and even easier to break. It’s time to look ahead and think about practical financial goals for the new year. Investment Advisor Brian Mirau joins us to talk about good financial resolutions for 2025.
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El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV)—For most families, money can be a very sensitive subject. Do you find it difficult to talk to your family about your finances? What about guiding them—specifically, your children and grandchildren—when investing and saving for retirement? Investment advisor Brian Mirau talks about how Americans feel about these conversations and some steps we
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- We’ve finally reached the finish line of another marathon election cycle that was filled with many twists and turns. As we all know, former President Donald Trump has won his second term, becoming the second President in history to win non-consecutive presidential terms. As with any election, there are people who
Continue Reading El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- Social Security is the foundation of so many American retirements – but it’s also, as usual, at the center of political controversy. With discussion about whether or not the program can remain solvent into the future, many retirees are picturing what life would look like without Social Security. Investment Advisor Brian
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El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV)-The fourth quarter is here and it’s time for savvy, investors to take action. Brian Mirau, the founder of Mirau Capital Management talks about creating a tax-efficient, inflation-adjusted financial strategy now, to help you stay ahead of the new year.
Continue Reading El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—Have you ever looked back at something you’ve done – some decision you made or something you said – and thought to yourself, “Oh boy… I wish I hadn’t done that?” Of course, you have! We all have. However, let me ask you this – when it comes to the things you
Continue Reading El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- It’s no secret that with the baby boomer generation reaching full retirement age, we’re seeing more retirements in the U.S. than ever before. As a record number of employees begin to exit the workforce, many are left wondering what will the true impact be? Investment Advisor, Brian Mirau joins us today
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso announced the adoption of its Fiscal Year 2025 budget, along with the approval of a No-New-Revenue tax rate. Officials said the city adopted the No-New-Revenue Tax Rate of 0.761405, which represents a 5.7-cent reduction from last year’s rate. The city had previously said the rate
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-What are some signs that you’re ready to retire in 2024? And once you retire, do you know all your options for what to do with your retirement savings? Investment Advisor, Brian explains.
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EL PASO, TEXAS (KVIA-TV)-Today’s higher interest rates won’t last forever. So, what money moves have you made to capitalize on them? Investment Advisor Brian Mirau has some ideas to help you manage your retirement savings while interest rates are still elevated.He explains that Interest rates will continue to stay high throughout 2024. The Federal Reserve
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The fear of outliving your money isn’t a new concern, especially for retirees. According to a 2024 Allianz Life survey, 63 percent of respondents are more worried about their financial longevity than of dying. Investment Advisor, Brian Mirau, talks about the various factors that could attribute to this and the
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El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV)—Do you know someone who has been the victim of a financial scam? According to an AARP report in 2023, which used data from the FBI and others, an estimated $28.3 billion is lost in scams yearly. Investment Advisor Brian Mirau works with retirees daily in his financial planning firm. Brian explains
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JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The Mexican peso’s value tumbled after last Sunday’s Presidential Election in which Claudia Sheinbaum was elected to be Mexico’s next president. Borderland economic experts say this happened because investors worry that the Mexican government could suffer constitutional changes and weaken the country’s democracy. On Monday, the peso’s value dropped around 4-5%
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Residents often face challenges when it comes to managing property taxes, according to discussions with experts in the field. According to Dinah Kilgore, Executive Director of EPCAD, one of the initial steps residents can take is ensuring they have a homestead exemption. This exemption, according to Kilgore, can significantly reduce
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—El Paso, TX( KVIA-TV)-Believe it or not, we’re almost halfway through the year. Brian Mirau, the founder and president of Mirau Capital Management, says the beginning and middle of the year are great times to review your financial plan and investments. If you are in need of financial advice you can text
Continue Reading El Paso, TX (KVIA)-The clock is ticking on our current tax rates. Investment advisor Brian Mirau joins us live on ABC-7 at 4 to discuss tax rate.
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El Paso, TX (KVIA)—Some analysts say the warning signs are there for another recession. Brian Mirau, president of Mirau Capital Management and Investment Advisor joins ABC-7 at 4 to discuss economic predictions.
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-Dona Ana Community College’s Financial Wellness Program is hosting a college financial wellness fair. The event will take place on April 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Common Area of the Student Resources Building (DASR) East Mesa Campus. We invite you to join us and take a step towards a financially
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Any way you slice it, our national debt is “unsustainable.” Do you know how all this federal spending and borrowing could impact your finances and retirement? Investment advisor Brian Mirau joins us to explain.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Valentine’s Day is Wednesday, meaning many El Pasoans are stressing over how to pay for everything they think they need to show their love. But one local financial advisor said, it doesn’t need to be that way. “We gotta remember why we celebrate Valentine’s Day. You know, what I’ve learned
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Affordable Connectivity Program, which allowed qualifying households to pay a lower monthly internet bill, is set to end in April 2024. According to the Federal Communications Commission, back in January 2024, the program began steps to wind down, due to lack of additional funding from Congress. The ACP allowed
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El Paso, TX (KVIA)-The PNC Christmas Price Index shows the current cost for one set of each gift given in the song “The Twelve Days of Christmas.” The Christmas Price Index was first calculated in the mid-1980s, and the gift costs around $20,000. Today, it’s closer to $47,000. While the index is not an exact
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by Diego Mendoza-Moyers, El Paso MattersDecember 3, 2023 El Paso households could see their water utility bills rise by $3.54 per month on average beginning in March, the 10th consecutive year that bills will increase as El Paso Water works its way through a massive and costly renovation of the city’s water systems, the utility’s
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