News


       TARGET DATE SET FOR DOWNTOWN RETURN
modified 8/15/2008

Due to flooding in our downtown Cedar Rapids offices, we have temporarily moved Cedar Rapids business operations to 2205 Blairs Ferry Crossing in Hiawatha. read >>

       Update: New Flood Relief Info for Businesses
modified 7/29/2008

Updated information and deadline extensions for businesses affected by the flood. read >>

       Our New Iowa City Building
modified 2/27/2008

Designed for the Future, TLD and WT Reveal New Building Plans  read >>

       Real Tips and Financial Update
modified 5/02/2008

Read the latest tips and updates from the market as well as from your advisors. read >>

       How Are We Doing?
modified 6/05/2008

Please take three or four minutes to help us serve you better! We have a brief, six-question survey to gauge the quality of our services and seek areas in which we can improve. read >>

       Flood of 2008 Update
modified 8/15/2008

Read here for an update on our business relocation and for a list of useful phone numbers and websites for flood updates and ways for you to give or receive help. read >>

       ATTN: Flood Recovery Information for Business
modified 7/29/2008

Important SBA deadlines and information for tracking losses and getting your business, and employees, up and running again. read >>

       World Trend Named in Top 15 Fastest Growing Firms
modified 5/29/2008

Corridor Business Journal honors World Trend for having high growth rates over the past few years. read >>

       Tuition and Textbook Credit
modified 1/22/2008

Taxpayers who have one or more dependents attending Kindergarten through 12th grade in an accredited Iowa school may take a credit for each dependent for amounts paid for tuition and textbooks.  read >>

       Disability Can Wreck Finances
modified 2/27/2008

A disabling illness or injury can destroy a family's finances and is the most common reason cited for both bankruptcy and home foreclosure...and the rate of disability is soaring. read >>

       I’m Sorry, I Don’t Speak Finance!
modified 6/16/2008

Understanding Today’s Relevant Financial Terms, from a recession to bear and bull markets. read >>

       Financial Dictionary
modified 1/22/2008

We have provided some key investment and financial definitions aimed to help you navigate around our website as well as the financial world. read >>

       New Limit for Iowa 529 Plans
modified 3/31/2008

There has been a change in how much you are able to deduct on contributions made to your 529 Plans.  read >>

       Time Is Money – Get Moving!
modified 5/13/2008

An Individual Retirement Account (IRA) is one of the best available planning tools for your fiscal future. It gives you the opportunity to save for retirement, while receiving special tax privileges. Learn more about the benefits... read >>

       IRS Increases Mileage Rates through Dec. 31, 2008
modified 7/15/2008

The Internal Revenue Service today announced an increase in the optional standard mileage rates for the final six months of 2008. read >>

       Understanding Market Volatility
modified 5/29/2008

Understandably, some investors have been shaken by recent stock market volatility. But they would be well served to ignore the temptation to wait to invest or pull out of long-term investments. Read on to see why.  read >>

       Fear Factor
modified 5/02/2008

We all worry about money. Problem is, we're scared of the wrong things. read >>

       Errors in Economic Stimulus Payments
modified 6/25/2008

Some citizens have been finding errors in the calculations of their recently received economic stimulus payment. Read on to find out what you can do if you feel your payment has been miscalculated... read >>

       2008 Maximum Adjustments
modified 11/28/2007

The Internal Revenue Service has announced the 2008 maximum adjustments applicable to dollar limitations on benefits from and contributions to qualified retirement plans. read >>

       Stimulus Payments Starting Early
modified 5/14/2008

Treasury Department says it will deposit the first 800,000 payments four days earlier than expected in effort to boost economy. read >>

       Is the New Roth 401(k) or 403(b) Right For You?
modified 6/16/2008

Employers are slowly shifting more responsibility for retirement savings onto you, the employee. This means you must educate yourself by exploring your retirement savings options, weighing the benefits and drawbacks. read >>

       Spring 2008 Financial Newsletter
modified 7/15/2008

Read about our recent survey results and how we can help save you money this summer... read >>

       Stock Market Volatility
modified 2/27/2008

Worst Sell-Offs Often Followed by Rallies read >>

       Retiring in a Bear Market
modified 7/15/2008

With record numbers of baby boomers reaching retirement age, an important question on many people’s minds is how the bear market may negatively affect their plans. read >>

       NEW SERVICE: Medicare Need Analysis & Plans
modified 2/27/2008

When an individual becomes eligible for Medicare, it can often mean confusion and frustration, but it need not be that way. We can help! read >>

       2008 Economic Stimulus Act Facts
modified 5/01/2008

The recently passed Economic Stimulus Act of 2008 is designed to jump-start the U.S. economy by getting more than $100 billion in one-time rebates into taxpayer’s hands. read >>

       Economic Stimulus Payment Schedule
modified 5/08/2008

See the stimulus payment schedule for tax returns received and processed by April 15, 2008. This outlines what date you can expect to receive your disbursement depending on the method of payment.  read >>

       Identity Fraud
modified 8/15/2008

Last year alone, 9.9 million Americans were victims of identity theft. Read on for information on how to protect yourself and what to do if you are a victim... read >>

       FAQ About New Medicare Part B Rules
modified 2/27/2008

The Medicare Modernization Act of 2003 changed how Part B premiums are calculated for some higher income beneficiaries. Read on to see if these new rules will affect you. read >>

       2010 Roth Conversions
modified 2/27/2008

On May 17, 2006, President Bush signed the Tax Increase Prevention Reconciliation Act... read >>

       Television Ad
modified 5/08/2008

View our television ad, aired during the KCRG Sunday night news at 10:00. read >>

       Make-A-Wish Week at TLD & WT
modified 2/27/2008

Terry, Lockridge & Dunn and World Trend Financial employees raise nearly $1,500 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Iowa while having some fun at work. read >>

       Request Tim Terry for Public Speaking Events
modified 3/03/2008

Tim Terry, founder of Terry, Lockridge & Dunn and World Trend Financial. read >>

       TLD & WT Make May Day Bright for Kids at U of I
modified 5/08/2008

“I think it is important to give back to the community; a few dollars from each of us and a little bit of our time can go a long way,”... read >>

       Make a Meal, Make a Difference
modified 2/27/2008

Employees of Terry, Lockridge & Dunn and World Trend Financial prepare a meal for guests at the Iowa City Ronald McDonald House. read >>

       TLD and WT Make Cards for Veterans
modified 2/27/2008

Terry, Lockridge & Dunn and World Trend Financial teamed up with Willowwind School in Iowa City to deliver homemade holiday cards to veterans in the Iowa City VA Hospital. read >>

       Lucrative Partnership
modified 4/03/2008

Corridor firms’ growth linked to working together with a focus on the client.  read >>

       Building Green Piques Interest
modified 2/27/2008

Several new Iowa projects incorporate environmentally friendly principles. Construction is scheduled to start soon on a green building that will be the new offices for Terry, Lockridge and Dunn and World Trend Financial. read >>