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2022 was full of surprises for investors!
2022 was full of surprises for investors! For the first time in 50 years we had both equities and bonds decline while commodities climbed. How do we position a portfolio to handle the unknown?
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2023 Fed (FOMC) Meeting Dates
The FOMC holds eight regularly scheduled meetings during the year and other meetings as needed. Links to policy statements and minutes are [provided] in the calendars [at HTTPS://www.federalreserve.gov/monetarypolicy/fomccalendars.htm.]
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Happy Holidays
Have a joyous, healthy, and prosperous New Year!
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Congress includes SECURE 2.0 as part of year-end spending bill
Changing the required minimum distribution rules for Roth 401(k)s Changing the required minimum distribution rules for Roth 401(k)s Requiring automatic 401(k) enrollment and more. COURTNEY DEGEN, Sarah O’Brien
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Discussing Finances Over the Holidays
The holiday season is upon us; from story time with sorely missed grandchildren to laughter with friends and family over long-cherished memories, there's little doubt that "the most wonderful time of the year" has arrived.
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How to Choose a Financial Advisor
Here’s the thing: The term financial advisor isn’t a one-size-fits-all title. Financial advisors come from diverse backgrounds and offer a wide range of services. They can also hold different degrees and certifications.
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Russian Oil Price Cap: Lasting Impacts
Unless you live under a rock, you've probably heard that Europe has placed a $60 price cap on Russian crude exports. This is uncharted territory for EVERYONE, so I'm not here to predict how all this will play out. (Peter Zeihan)
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How You Can Purchase I Bonds Direct from the Treasury
With inflation hovering near 40-year highs, some investors are looking for investments that keep pace with rising prices. For many, a Series I Savings Bond is just the ticket. I Bonds give investors a rate of return plus inflation...
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Stubborn Inflation Tests Fed's Resolve
Stubborn doesn’t seem like a strong enough word, but that’s how Fed officials are describing inflation.Inflation's “stubbornness” has been on full display in recent weeks: First, the Producer Price Index (PPI)...
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Putting Interest Rates Into Perspective
At the intersection of Farnam & Reams Fleming. The 4Kast Blog: Bringing insights from the Greatest Minds in Investing and thought leaders. Also, content I hope you find useful is curated from the best resources I find to be trustworthy.
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China & Technology - Peter Zeihan
The administration's moves against China's semiconductor industry are continuing to have serious consequences, including the largely universal resignation of American citizens working in the Chinese chip industry.
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Here's How To Avoid IRS Text Message Scams
Avoid smishing scams. That text message isn’t from the IRS. Visit https://www.irs.gov/phishing for more information. #IRS #phishing #smishing
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What is Happening with CPI and Inflation?
Believe me, everyone on Wall Street wants inflation to go away, or at least shrink back to below 2%, a level we enjoyed not so long ago. But Tuesday's Consumer Price Index report showed it might be some time before we see 2% again....
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