With everything happening in the world right now, it’s understandable to feel unsettled. The combination of uncertainty --whether economic, political, global-- can create a genuine sense of anxiety, stress, and even frustration.
What is the Presidential Election Impact on Investments?
As you prepare to vote in this next election, it’s okay if your opinion on the economy influences your choice. And yet, it’s important to remember that the President of the United States has less control over the economy than you might believe, and the effect on investments during a presidential election is even lower.
FDIC Limits Explained
If nothing else, the recent failures of Silicon Valley Bank and First Republic Bank highlighted the importance of Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) insurance. FDIC insurance protects deposits at member banks in the highly unlikely chance that a bank goes under. There are rules and limitations to consider – this is banking, after all – so here’s what you, the nonprofessional, should know about FDIC insurance.
Bank Run Insights
It’s hard and often counterproductive to comment about breaking news while it’s still moving through the proverbial grinder — which is why we usually don’t. However, we feel it’s worth commenting on the growing number of regional bank runs.
What’s in the SECURE Act 2.0?
Confused about the SECURE Act 2.0? Take a look at our rundown of the new legislation and how it changes your retirement.
The Inflation Reduction Act and Student Loan Forgiveness – How They Might Impact Your Finances
What do the Inflation Reduction Act and Student Loan Forgiveness Plan mean for you? While the $430 billion package includes many provisions, there are three key areas where you may benefit the most.
Why I Became a Financial Advisor
Here’s the story of how I went from a 14-year-old amateur investor to a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and founder of a financial firm.
Financial Markets: Moving Into 2022
At any given time, there is something in your portfolio outperforming expectations and something else that is underperforming. That is the way of investments. So, let’s talk about parts versus wholes.
Our Perspective: Christo and Jeanne-Claude Exhibit
2021 Q3 financial market update - what you should know.
Your Summer 2021 Financial Update
Financial industry trends in Q2 2021