Supply chain disruptions are contributing to rising inflation As we begin to move into the progressively shorter days of summer, the stock market seems to be entering a period of uncertainty. US Gross Domestic Product (GDP) rose 6.4% in the first quarter. A survey by...
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Do I Need Long-Term Care Insurance?
The statistics from the U.S. Department of Health and Humans Service will get your attention. Nearly 7 out of 10 Americans will use long-term care services at some point in their lives. The average period of care is three years. Women need care for an average of 3.7...
Investors Remain Optimistic
The market for new and existing homes continues to rise The US stock market continues to rally past short-term concerns and advance to new records. This past week the market came out of the July Fourth holiday and spent most of the week in the red. Investors were...
Four Keys to a Secure Retirement
After working – and diligently saving – for decades, retirement is finally here. And with it, the opportunity to travel more, to spend more time on your hobbies, to spoil your grandchildren, or perhaps to volunteer more time to causes important to you. If you’re like...
Celebrating Independence Day
Americans celebrated a post-pandemic holiday over the weekend We hope you’re enjoying the long Independence Day weekend. Last week the markets closed out the month of June, the second quarter, and the first half of 2021. Investors were rewarded with stellar returns....
How Can I Fight Inflation in Retirement?
Previously, we defined “inflation”, explained how it’s measured, described its causes, and discussed why it can be a problem. We also described the general characteristics of investments that may help retirees protect themselves against inflation, and we identified...
Are 529 plans a good way to pay for college?
Over the years, our team of advisors has built literally hundreds of financial plans for our clients. And in many of these plans our client has wanted to include saving for college for a child, a grandchild, another family member or a close friend. New clients who...
The Road to Recovery
Americans have developed an affinity for outdoor dining Another Grim Milestone on the Road to Recovery While the United States seems to be rounding the corner on COVID-19, the country has paid a heavy toll. This past week the total number of American deaths...
Should I Worry about Inflation in Retirement?
On February 19, 2020, the S&P 500 index hit an all-time high of 3,386. Just over a month later, on March 23, 2020, the index fell to 2,237, a drop of 33%. It was the fastest sell-off in US stock market history. The Coronavirus had become a global pandemic and the...
The G-7 Meet
The G7 nations met this past weekend in England Over the weekend, President Biden concluded his first meeting with the world’s other major heads of state, wrapping up a gathering of the G-7 in Cornwall, England. He also met with Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II, the 13th...
How Much Can I Spend in Retirement?
For all but the wealthiest retirees, ensuring that your savings and investments will last long enough is important. So determining whether you’ll be able to maintain your desired lifestyle and level of spending is essential to a secure, comfortable retirement. Let’s...
Roaring ’20s Redux?
Is the American economy in another "Roaring '20s"? Historic US Economic Recovery You’ve lived through a remarkable period in American history. The global pandemic brought the country to a near halt in 2020. The economy shrank dramatically. Millions of workers lost...
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