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Goldilocks The Bull Stock Market Returns??

Goldilocks The Bull Stock Market Returns???

Domestic bull market stocks leapt ahead last week as the latest jobs report inspired renewed confidence in our economic standing. The S&P 500 added 3.54%, and the Dow gained 3.25%. The NASDAQ erased its losses from February’s market correction to hit a new record close while growing 4.17% for the week. International stocks in the MSCI EAFE increased by…

Markets Continue To Be Volatile

Volatility continued last week as markets posted their 1st weekly loss in 3 weeks. Despite some recovery on Friday, the S&P 500 dropped 2.04%, the NASDAQ slipped 1.12%, and the Dow lost 3.05% for the week. Internationally, the MSCI EAFE fell 2.91%.

Last week’s ups-and-downs began with continued questions over whether the Fed will raise interest rates. By the…

401k’s Unlock Your 401K From Government Control

Qualified Retirement Plans In The News

If you follow the financial news as we do. You will notice some alarming discussions reported over the last few years, that has gone from rumors to Federal policy . Under this “new” program patriotically named “Retirement USA”.  The government could then demand that part of your retirement contributions go into a government-created annuity.  Funded by…

3 Reasons Why People Take Social Security Benefits At 62?

3 REASONS PEOPLE TAKE SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS AT 62

Claiming Social Security Benefits can be one of the most important “retirement” decisions you will make. As our 62nd birthday approaches. We recieve notifications from the Social Security Administration, informing you about your claiming options. Most of us hard working americans have paid into Social Security System.  We have the option to…

Term vs Permanent Life Insurance

According to industry experts, most people don’t have enough life insurance. And, more than half of consumers said their household would be in immediate or near immediate financial trouble if the primary wage earner died today.

When considering life insurance, one of the most important factors to understand is the difference between term and permanent insurance.…

Impressive Stock Market Gains

The Stock Market had an impressive week yet again. As each of the domestic stock market indexes reached record highs and gained at least 2%. The S&P 500 added 2.23%, the Dow increased 2.09%, and the NASDAQ grew 2.31%. International stocks in the MSCI EAFE joined the growth, adding 1.49%.

On Monday, January 22, the government shutdown ended after 3 days, as House and…

The Road To Financial Ruin

Have you ever stopped long enough to notice how many tools we have to assist our road travel these days? What about financial guidance that isn’t trying to sell you the latest stock tip?   From traditional traffic lights and road signs, to programmable electronic billboards, GPS, and a bevy of smart-phone apps for every conceivable situation one might encounter…