Falling markets and drastic headlines can tempt individuals to abandon their long-term investing plans. Their thinking might go something like, let’s wait until it’s over, hoping to catch the market at its lowest point before buying in. Or in rising markets, maybe they seek to sell most of their holdings near the peak. However, timing ...
Written By: Daniel Carnes Jaime Dimon is a name you will only hear over the major news outlets. And for good reason. He is currently the CEO of the largest bank in the world, JP Morgan. Since he’s in a prominent position in the world, it only makes sense that the news would take his ...
What is Bitcoin? What is the blockchain? How can it be used? What risks does it pose? What should you know about investing in Bitcoin? Many of you have been asking to learn more about Bitcoin, so we put on a seminar for you to learn the basics. Daniel Carnes, one of the first financial ...
What are the most important things you really want when it comes to money? To feel secure. Have peace about your financial future. Generate a steady retirement income. Don’t pay more taxes than you have to. Retire with a plan and smart strategy. And what else? Many of you want to protect your family. Pay ...
Thankfully, many professionals including doctors and lawyers are held to certain standards within their industries that require them to put the interest of their clients first. Professionals that are legally obligated to put their client’s interest first are known as Fiduciaries. However, this standard is not required of all industries. We have all heard the ...
Do you have a rainy-day fund? Is if fully funded? You understand the importance of reserves. Whether it’s a home repair, auto repair, a layoff or unexpected bill, having cash set aside will ease the financial burden. We recommend three to six months of readily accessible savings in the event of an emergency. If you ...
Our job is to manage your money so that it will last you for your lifetime. But how can you maximize your longevity? Take this quiz to get an estimate on your lifespan based on your lifestyle. Prioritize Sleep: Don’t underestimate the importance and positive impact of sleep. Make a goal of 8 hours of ...
Tune in to our most recent seminar to hear our financial advisory team discuss many topics: Firm updates A Recap of 2020 The Benefits of Using a Financial Advisor: aka Advisor’s Alpha The TD Ameritrade/Charles Schwab merger What's happening in the Economy? What changes are happening in the investment world? What investment options are we monitoring? How to prepare your life for an emergency. Click here to download a copy of our Vital Documents Locator. ...
September has historically been the worst month for stocks, according to St. Louis Federal Reserve data measuring monthly S&P 500 performance over the last 50 years. If you are wondering whether the trend has abated in recent years, the answer is no, it hasn’t. Over the last 10 years, September performance has been substandard. While ...
