You return home from vacation with a sunburn and a sinking feeling. The trip was wonderful—sun, laughter, meals out—but somewhere along the way, you spent more than you planned. You know this, even without looking at your bank account. Still, you can’t bring yourself to check the numbers. The thought of seeing the total [...]
As we round out the summer and head into election season, we have begun to see market volatility. On Friday, August 2nd, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq declined 2.4% and 1.8%, respectively, and the markets opened in the negative on Monday, August 5th. With investors seeing red on their screens, many have begun to [...]
If you inherited a traditional or Roth IRA, you may be confused about the requirements for distributing funds from these accounts. Rules around inherited IRAs have shifted in the past few years, complicating the process. Additionally, there are different rules for several different classes of beneficiaries. However, following the rules of inherited IRAs can [...]
As we race towards 2024, more and more clients are asking me: where is the economy headed, and what can we expect to see in the stock market? Of course, I think everyone knows that even those who watch and study the economy can't predict the future. However, I think my clients are seeking [...]
While earlier generations may have relied on pension plans to fund their retirement, most workplaces have moved towards defined contribution rather than defined benefit plans. Many pension plans were defined benefit plans, which promised a certain benefit at retirement. These plans required employers to assume the risk that the invested funds would underperform the [...]
With Silicon Valley and Signature Bank failing during the past week, many savers are concerned about their bank deposits. Are your banks at risk of failing? What happens to your money in the event of a bank collapse? It may help to better understand the reasons behind the recent bank failures. For starters, Silicon [...]
Many of us contribute to IRAs, 401(k)s, or other tax-deferred retirement accounts. These accounts allow investors to contribute tax deductible dollars that will then grow tax-free, until withdrawals are taxed in retirement. To ensure that taxes are eventually paid on these funds, the IRS requires holders of tax-deferred accounts to take Required Minimum Distributions [...]
I love watching The Titanic. I love the romance. I love the suspense. I love the emotional catharsis I feel every time I watch the film. However, just because I adore a movie about a ship sinking, doesn't mean I ever want to be on a sinking ship. Yet, when the market whips itself into a [...]
What are Dividend Aristocrat stocks? By: Stacey Nickens Income-oriented investors often look for stocks with strong dividend yields and consistent dividend payments. Investing in a stock with those attributes can allow you to maintain a fairly consistent income stream in your investment portfolio, regardless of broader market volatility. In looking for income-paying stocks, you [...]
Elm3's Guide to Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) By: Stacey Nickens As investors, we are always inundated with reminders to diversify our portfolios. Diversification involves adding lots of companies to your portfolio, such that your portfolio is exposed to a variety of company sizes, company styles, and sectors. Diversifying your portfolio helps create stability. If one [...]
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