Staying Invested During Volatile Markets
Economic Analysis by Jeff Platt and Kai Kramer You may have been watching the news and wondering about the recent market turbulence. We see several main factors affecting markets at this time: Unemployment rate increased from 4.1% to 4.3% in July Jobs growth totals 114,000 in July, coming in lower than the expected 175,000 […]
Does the SECURE 2.0 Act Make 529s More Attractive?
Many of your have heard of the popular 529 savings plans that custodians can set up to fund their child or grandchild’s college education. Earlier this year, you likely also heard about the SECURE 2.0 Act which brought down some of the biggest changes to retirement and savings plans in recent years. But what does […]
Your Ultimate Guide to Dividend Investing
The best any expert can say about the stock market right now is that future returns will be uncertain, and volatility may be the new normal. Although there are slivers of light shining on some parts of the economy, many storm clouds darken the near to intermediate-term outlook on the stock market. Make no […]
10 Money-Saving Tips for Planning Your Next Vacation
Vacation travel is on the rise, but so are travel costs. Increasing demand is driving up gas prices, hotel, and airline costs, making planning the perfect vacation challenging for most people. However, with some thoughtful planning using these cost-saving tips, you can stretch your travel bucks a lot further on a memorable vacation. Set […]
Impact of New Tax Laws on Your Financial Planning
For many Americans, taxes are an essential consideration in their financial planning. As they should be! Because the tax code changes frequently, it’s critical to pay close attention to how they could impact your bottom line. Although Congress hasn’t passed any new tax legislation in the last few years, tax law changes could still […]
How Much Should I Have Saved for Retirement by Age 55
“Am I on track to meeting my retirement goal?” That’s a burning question for many Americans, especially those whose retirement date is coming into view. For those nearing age 55, considered to be the start of the final glide path to retirement, it’s a critical milestone that could determine what, if any, steps need to […]
How to Increase Revenue in Your Business (without New Sales)
For most businesses, one of the overarching objectives is to increase profits, which can lead to business growth—and more profits. That invariably requires strategies to increase revenues, lower costs, or both. For many businesses, growth strategies tend to focus on adding more customers to generate new sales. However, if profitability is the core objective, that […]
How to Get Started with Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Investing
As of 2022, there were $8.4 trillion in sustainable investing assets. Investors from all walks of life leverage sustainable investments as part of their wealth management plan. If you’re someone whose life decisions are often driven by how your choices impact the environment, your community, and society as a whole, it’s time to look into […]
How Long Will $1M Last in Retirement?
Back in the day, $1 million dollars used to sound like enough to retire on. In fact, over time, this number became a popularized ideal in mainstream culture as the target number to hit. While targeting $1 million to retire comfortably might sound like enough for some folks who have a healthy social security benefit […]
Does the SECURE 2.0 Act Make 529s More Attractive?
Many of your have heard of the popular 529 savings plans that custodians can set up to fund their child or grandchild’s college education. Earlier this year, you likely also heard about the SECURE 2.0 Act which brought down some of the biggest changes to retirement and savings plans in recent years. But what does […]