Dave Says

Dave Ramsey Dear Dave, I know you recommend using cash or debit cards instead of credit cards. But can you explain why my husband and I shouldn’t take advantage of credit card points for travel expenses that are required for work but will be reimbursed by the employer?

Update from Senator Mike Jacobson

With the Legislature out of session, it has been nice to spend more time in the District, but haven’t slowed down! Julie and I were able to attend the first night of the Miss Nebraska contest, which continues to be a major statewide event that is held each year in North Platte.

Pieces of Me

It’s Community Newspaper Week here in Nebraska! This should be a week of celebrating and shouting from the rooftops about how vital newspapers are to our communities. Yes, I’m even talking to you, “Oh I see most things on Facebook.

Dave Says

Dear Dave, I bought a house about a year ago. Currently, I have $45,000 sitting in an account with a money manager. I’ve had this account for a little over three years, and the investment hasn’t grown much, if at all.

Update from Senator Mike Jacobson

Last week, I discussed the progress made by the Legislature this year to curb property taxes. This week, I’m addressing the work done on income taxes and social security taxes at the state level. Currently, Nebraska’s current top marginal income tax rate of 6.64% ranks 31st among all states.

Pieces of Me

If you didn’t love watching your kids play t-ball this column isn’t for you. I know. It’s hot. Your kid may whine a bit. Or have an epic meltdown in front of everyone at home plate. Been there. Done that.

Update from Senator Mike Jacobson

Now that the Legislature has adjourned for the year, I will be spending the next few weeks analyzing the bills that were passed this session and sharing with you the impact that the new laws will have on the residents of District 42.

Dave Says

Dear Dave, My employer offers an employee stock purchase plan at a 15% discount. I’m usually the kind of guy who buys stocks and holds on to them forever. But when it comes to an opportunity like this, should I buy it and wait for a year to sell it, or should I buy it and sell right away?

Update from Senator Mike Jacobson

This past Thursday, the Nebraska Legislature concluded the first session of the 108th Legislature. Although we adjourned on Day 88 of a possible 90 days, we were able to consider all vetoes and pass priority bill packages before we adjourned.

Pieces of Me

I thought April and May were busy. Then June hit. Whew! T-ball, baseball, bb gun, 4-H pigs, alumni, Vacation Bible School - and that’s not everything on our calendar. But I’m seeing a common theme here. Every single one of these activities/events are possible because of volunteers.