Thursday, January 14, 2021
There’s no easy way to put it, 2021 has started with some disruption and confusion. The daily stream of news has me thinking about Winston Churchill who famously said, ‘if you are going through hell, keep going’....
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Thursday, January 14, 2021
There’s no easy way to put it, 2021 has started with some disruption and confusion. The daily stream of news has me thinking about Winston Churchill who famously said, ‘if you are going through hell, keep going’....
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Thursday, January 7, 2021
We made it, 2021 is here! Many people are happy to see the end of 2020, but the date flipping to 2021 doesn’t necessarily mean that your financial goals have changed. There is a lot to learn by reflecting on the events of...
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Thursday, December 31, 2020
It’s been said over and over again —2020 was an unprecedented year. And it’s true, starting with the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, to the economic crisis, market recovery, and now a light at the end of the tunnel...
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Thursday, December 24, 2020
I'd like to take this opportunity to wish you and your family a very happy holiday and a prosperous and healthy new year. Although it's hard to avoid economic and market volatility news, I hope that you can take time to relax and enjoy...
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Thursday, December 17, 2020
I think we can agree, 2020 was a year like no other. Investors have been challenged like never before as the pandemic took the market from record highs to the brink of a depression and back. We survived — and many have even...
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Thursday, December 10, 2020
We’re in the final stretch of 2020, a year that has been one of the most challenging in recent memory. How are you handling the stress and emotions that come with the holiday season, possibly made even more intense by covid-19...
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Thursday, December 3, 2020
If there’s one thing that 2020 has shown, it’s that big change can happen in the blink of an eye. When things change rapidly, we often make quick decisions about how to react. But the path to real, lasting, and positive...
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Thursday, November 26, 2020
It’s that time of the year again. Regardless of whether it’s in person or virtually, the holidays are an opportunity for more conversations with loved ones. This year, let’s strive to put some positivity into our...
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Thursday, November 19, 2020
We’re entering the holiday season, and starting with Thanksgiving, expressing gratitude is a year-end tradition. This year, it may seem like it’s a little more difficult to be grateful, but it’s worth it—for...
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Thursday, November 12, 2020
To say that last week's election was eventful is an understatement, and this week continues to be remarkable, with markets surging on a positive coronavirus vaccine announcement. Although our country still faces health and economic...
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Thursday, November 5, 2020
The U.S. election has been one of the most important in our lifetimes. Emotions are high, and there is no shortage of opinions of how this will impact the future. What should you make of this for your financial strategy? Here’s...
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Thursday, October 29, 2020
Halloween is right around the corner, and like everything else, it’s markedly different this year. Some people find it thrilling to dress up and decorate the house, others think it’s just plain scary. It’s the unknown...
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Thursday, October 29, 2020
Halloween is right around the corner, and like everything else, it’s markedly different this year. Some people find it thrilling to dress up and decorate the house, others think it’s just plain scary. It’s the unknown...
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Thursday, October 22, 2020
Muhammad Ali famously said: “Don’t count the days, make the days count.” Ali is known for his wit and wisdom, and, as we hit the seven-month mark of the pandemic, I think this quote has meaning well beyond sports. As...
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Thursday, October 15, 2020
Did you know that October is National Retirement Security Awareness month? Having it in the month of Halloween seems right to me because many people find thinking about retirement a little scary. Will you have enough to retire...
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Thursday, October 8, 2020
These days, I’m reminded about the ancient curse: ‘May you live in interesting times’. The origin of the saying is murky, but the meaning behind it has endured—uncertain times can bring stress. As we approach...
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Thursday, October 1, 2020
Have you been feeling like you are being pulled in too many directions lately? It seems like each day brings new information that we’re supposed to understand and put to use in our health, family life, career, and money. As we...
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Thursday, September 24, 2020
The coronavirus continues to affect the economy, most recently with the U.S. Federal Reserve’s announcement that they plan to keep interest rates low for the foreseeable future and expect inflation rates to rise. Is your...
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Thursday, September 17, 2020
The rest of 2020 is shaping up to be filled with uncertainty: market volatility, a possible second wave of coronavirus, and the shifting landscape of work and school. But it’s not time to panic, it’s time to be prepared. As...
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Thursday, September 10, 2020
September is a month of transitions, this year even more so. Think back to the beginning of 2020. Could you have imagined that a virus would shut down the global economy, completely change your daily routine, and put millions out of...
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Thursday, September 3, 2020
Even as adults, September and the back-to-school season represent a fresh start. Not necessarily new binders, pencil crayons, and textbooks, but a fresh look at our routine at work and at home. This September is different than any year...
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Thursday, August 27, 2020
For many families, the end of August is normally focused on back-to-school planning. This year is different, with a lot of uncertainty around how schools will work, and how it will affect parents’ jobs and the economy as a whole....
Read MoreTip: How Much? Check your Social Security earnings and see an estimate of your benefits on the Web site, www.ssa.gov. Social Security’s been a fact of retirement life ever since it was established in 1935. We all think we know...
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