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Time to Rethink Your Portfolio’s International Mix?
After years of U.S. market dominance, international investments are receiving renewed attention from strategic investors. Significant...
Apr 171 min read


Fixed-Income Recalibration as Rates Are Shifting
After a period of significant interest rate volatility, fixed income investors face a pivotal moment. While the Federal Reserve's...
Apr 171 min read


Pre-Retirement Financial Checklist: Get Your Financial House in Order
Are you within a few years of retirement? Now is the perfect time to get your financial house in order. Here’s what to include on your...
Mar 241 min read


Managing Your Monthly Money Leaks This Year
Spending on non-essential services can hinder your wealth-building efforts. From streaming services and gym memberships to AI assistants...
Mar 131 min read


Managing Market Volatility Before Retirement
As retirement nears, investors must shift from wealth accumulation to wealth preservation. Market volatility poses risks, making it...
Feb 271 min read


The Future of the U.S. Penny—A Debate Renewed
Why Eliminate the Penny? The primary argument for discontinuing the penny is its excessive production cost, which results in significant...
Feb 261 min read


Top Financial Planning Worries Facing Women
Financial planning can be daunting for anyone, but women often face unique challenges due to societal, economic, and personal factors....
Feb 41 min read


2025 Retirement Contribution Limits and Updates
Planning for retirement is a cornerstone of financial wellness. Each year, the Internal Revenue Service adjusts contribution limits for...
Jan 311 min read


Why the January Effect is Not a Reliable Strategy
The "January Effect" is a well-documented financial market phenomenon that refers to a historical trend where stock prices, particularly...
Jan 201 min read


Ten Very Unique New Year Financial Resolutions
The New Year is a time for fresh starts and setting goals, but when it comes to financial planning, the resolutions often seem...
Jan 61 min read


Dividend Stocks Primed for a Comeback in 2025?
With tech stocks looking pricey and bonds losing their luster due to falling interest rates, dividend-paying stocks are capturing renewed...
Dec 23, 20241 min read


Your Health is Your Most Valuable Asset By Far
The holidays are a time for celebration, indulgence, and connecting with loved ones. However, they can also be a season of excess – not...
Dec 23, 20241 min read


Is the Soft Landing Complete for the U.S. Economy?
With U.S. GDP growing 2.8 percent in the third quarter, unemployment still remarkably low at around 4 percent and inflation falling...
Dec 9, 20241 min read


Five Year-End Trends Investors Need to Watch
Consumer Spending: The Engine of the U.S. Economy Over the decades, Black Friday has expanded from a single day of sales to a week-long...
Dec 4, 20241 min read


Millennials are Redefining the American Dream
Unlike previous generations who often rushed to buy homes or start families in their late 20s or early 30s, Millennials are embracing a...
Dec 1, 20241 min read


The Headaches & Benefits of Rental Properties
For real estate investors seeking high returns, short-term rentals consistently outperform traditional 12-month leases. By capitalizing...
Nov 7, 20241 min read


Social Security’s 2025 Cost-of-Living Adjustment
The 2025 COLA of 2.5% is a direct response to inflation over the past year. While the 2023 adjustment of 8.7% was one of the largest...
Nov 7, 20241 min read


A Summary of Key Changes for Tax Year 2025
The Internal Revenue Service released its annual inflation adjustments for tax year 2025. The details, outlined in Revenue Procedure...
Nov 7, 20241 min read


Fall Season: 5 Steps to a Secure Financial Future
As the days grow shorter and the temperatures cooler, we are officially in the fall season—a time often associated with preparation,...
Oct 8, 20241 min read


What to Know About Naming a Trust as a Beneficiary of Your Retirement Account
A critical part of estate planning is deciding how to distribute your retirement assets, such as IRAs or 401(k)s. One option is to name a...
Oct 8, 20241 min read
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