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Christian’s 10 Predictions for 2025
The beginning of a new year is a great opportunity to set resolutions. After reviewing over 30 market commentaries in the past few weeks and analyzing how long readers spend on my previous pieces, one of my resolutions for 2025 is to write more engaging market...
Politics, Geopolitics, and the Fed… Oh My!
Despite some volatility in the middle, this was another great quarter for both stocks and bonds! For the first time in a long time, the US Aggregate Index outperformed the S&P 500, returning 5.81% vs 5.25% for the S&P. A lot happened over the last three months...
Maximize Your Tax Refund in 2024
With a Little Tax-Loss Harvesting and the Right Know-How, You Can Maximize Your Tax Refund in 2024. The isolated location. The mysterious stranger. That frightening, daunting, and suspenseful feeling. In October, taxes can feel a lot like a movie, but instead of the...
A Tale of Two Economies: Slumber and Surge
The Charles Dickens novel A Tale of Two Cities was set in which historical period: A. Spanish Inquisition B. French Revolution C. American Revolution D. Peloponnesian War E. Roman Empire See the answer below! “It was the best of times. It was the worst...
This is 50: What the Interest Rate Move Means
When was the last time the Fed cut interest rates? A. 1994 B. 2008 C. 2016 D. 2020 See the answer below! Last week, the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 50-basis points. But why, what does it mean for you, and… what’s next? Read on to find out. Why? The...
Is 13 Lucky or Unlucky for the Markets?
We all know Jason was the screen villain who wore a hockey mask and scared all the campers in the Friday the 13th saga. But what was his last name? A. Kreuger B. Voorhees C. Statham D. Momoa See the answer below! While the history of "13" and its unlucky...
Your Financial Toolkit: The Power of Life Insurance
Imagine your financial portfolio as a toolbox. Inside, you have a variety of tools, each designed to serve a specific purpose. You might have a hammer for construction, a screwdriver for repairs, and a wrench for tightening bolts. And to top it all off, you have your...
Love’s Labor’s Lost… But Not on the Market
When was the first Labor Day? A. 1776 B. 1862 C. 1882 D. 1982 See the answer below! The first Labor Day was celebrated in New York City to honor the contributions of laborers across the five boroughs. It was a day to reflect and honor the men and women who...
Understanding the 10-Year Rule When Inheriting a Retirement Account
In July, the IRS finalized the rules surrounding required minimum distributions (RMDs) for inherited IRAs. This is important for anyone who has (or who might in the future) inherit a retirement account, as it clarifies how and when you need to withdraw funds. Over the...
CPI: A Secret Weapon for You?
GDP. CPI. PCE. PPI. S&P. Hidden in the alphabet soup of economic acronyms is an indicator that can help you gauge inflation: The Consumer Price Index, or CPI. Think of CPI like a shopping cart filled with everyday items – from groceries to gas, rent to haircuts....
New Medicare Rule May Impact You (and Your Wallet)
If you or your parents are over 65, still working, and relying on employer health insurance, a new Medicare rule could significantly impact your prescription drug coverage and costs. Currently, seniors can avoid late penalties for Medicare Part D (prescription drug...
Lessons from Aesop’s Fables
Aesop’s fable “The Boy Who Cried Wolf” teaches a simple lesson: do not lie or else no one will believe you when you are telling the truth. It’s an easy enough story to apply if you are the boy, but what if you are one of the villagers? At what point do you stop taking...
Video Replay and Let’s Make a Difference Together!
In Case You Missed It! For those of you that attended our June 25 webinar - What Lies Ahead? Exclusive Summer Market Insights - we appreciate your participation and hope you found the presentation informative. If you were not able to attend, no problem! Click...
Is Growth Stock Domination Coming to an End?
For the past 15 years, growth stocks have outperformed value stocks, but will it last? Check out this article featuring thoughts from our very own Christian Bryant! Investment News June 13, 2024
Secrets Revealed: Protect Yourself from Financial Fraud
June is National Safety Month... a perfect time to safeguard your finances from hackers. Cybercriminals are constantly devising new methods to exploit vulnerabilities and steal your hard-earned money. Vigilance and a healthy dose of skepticism are your best defenses...
The Longest Inverted Yield Curve Since 1956: What You Need to Know
The Longest Inverted Yield Curve Since 1956: What You Need to Know! You might have heard about the inverted yield curve in the news lately. This is a big deal because it's the longest inversion we've seen since 1956. Let's break down what it is and why it matters....
Markets Are Quiet… Almost Too Quiet
Does saying the word “quiet” or the phrase “things are quiet” make things busier at a hospital? A. Yes, absolutely. B. No, it is just a superstition like saying “MacBeth” in a theater. Read all the way to the end to get the answer! Call it a lull in the storm or all...
Download our latest white paper for insights to solve your 401(k) dilemma!
Check out our latest white paper: The 401(k) Dilemma! You've probably logged into your company's 401(k) portal at one point or another to adjust your contributions. Maybe you've noticed the lesser-known Roth 401(k) option alongside the traditional one. The questions...
Good news is… good news?
One of the strange phenomena of financial markets that most of the population who don’t follow economic data every day may find perplexing is the tendency for the market to, at times, sell off in response to good economic data and rally in response to bad economic...
Your Input Matters: Shaping Your Financial Future
In our ongoing effort to effectively support your needs, we periodically send out surveys. Last July, we sent you a survey with the goal of helping our team members get to know you better. Now, we're reaching out with a new survey to ensure we're consistently...
We are excited to share that our registered investment advisor (RIA), Integrated Partners, has been listed in Barron's list of Top 100 RIA Firms for 2024.
