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A huge challenge is planning for your retirement savings to outpace inflation. As prices increase, the purchasing power of your income – dollar for dollar – decreases. Here are some scenarios that explain the causes of inflation and some things to consider for your financial future.
Contribution limits to your 401(k) plan have increased for 2022. Typical of IRS, there are lots of rules, deadlines and limits that may have changed. This article gives you an overview of how IRS may affect your particular financial plan. Now’s a great time to talk with your financial planner about the best financial plan for you.
Bear markets happen. Bull markets happen. And do you think you can figure out when the market is turning – either up or down and trade accordingly? Well, before you think that you should get out of this market now and wait this bear out, here’s some things you might consider.
What should consumers and investors expect beyond March 2022? The oil market has been uncertain for several reasons. This article looks into factors that affect the price of oil, resulting in gasoline price changes. Add to that all of the products beyond the pump that contain crude oil and you get a better picture of how the cost of energy affects virtually every aspect of the economy.
We were so pleased to celebrate our Strong Valley community on Feb. 1st with a fun Open House. Set to live music playing in the background, our clients, their families and friends along with our strategic partners, enjoyed wine tasting, a fabulous buffet and dessert in our offices. It was a great night! Thank you to everyone who came out!
Putting money in precious metals is not like investing in the stock market. Precious metals may be a good hedge for investors facing the myriad of problems with the current global economic environment, especially raging inflation. It might work as a short-term investment but gold doesn’t pay dividends. And it doesn’t pay interest. So what is gold good for?
At the foundation of your financial well-being lies your behavior. There is an entire field dedicated to study it – behavioral finance. Did the what-ifs of January’s volatility leave you feeling panicked? Your financial advisor is there to support your financial and emotional well-being, while keeping an eye on your long term investment strategy. Here are some ideas to help cure irrational investing behavior.
Fights about money constitute one of the biggest frictions in marriage. But there are things you can do to set yourself up for a greater chance of success in your personal finances with the one you share your life with. Here are three simple gifts for reducing fights about money in your marriage.
A Market correction is on many people’s minds, especially in times of global uncertainty. It may be best to stick to your plan. Of course, if you’re worried that the plan you have in place is not the best, that’s a different conversation. And be careful about what you read and hear. It’s good to have information, but what you see in the media isn’t necessarily tailored to your specific needs. Here are a few steps to consider.
The push is on to look for longer-term market trends that might shape the next few years. While many are happy to see 2021 in the rear-view mirror, the 2021 performance for the major U.S. indices was nothing short of impressive. Here’s a look at what the 5 best- and worst-performing stocks tell us, as well as some stock stories that appear to defy logic.