2022 was a difficult year for investors, with all three major market indexes dipping simultaneously and taking their biggest hit since the housing crisis of 2008. Now, even with all three up through the first five months of 2023, volatility and uncertainty are stuck in the back of investors’ minds, possibly pushing them to look elsewhere for more diverse vehicles…
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In 2022, the S&P 500 index, which contains some of the most recognizable companies on Wall Street, suffered its worst half year in more than half a century . The economic effects of COVID-19 lockdowns, Russia's conflict in Ukraine and Federal Reserve interest rate increases all contributed to the slowdown. So, what can investors do to give themselves the best…
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Love conquers all, right? It’s a nice thought, but as the price of having a fantasy wedding continues to soar, so many couples are left wondering if it’s worth it to have a grand showcase and celebration for their first moments bonded in holy matrimony. In fact, the numbers appear to back these concerns, as the average cost of a…
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As the year wraps up, it can be a great time to take financial inventory. Your circumstances are constantly changing and evolving, and the proper financial plan is not meant to be a set-it-and-forget-it thing. With the end of the year presenting the perfect chance to revisit your goals, here are a few areas you may want to check in…
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What is a Revocable Trust? A revocable trust, often called a living trust, is essentially an agreement between a trustor and a trustee. In this agreement, the trustee is granted the right to hold assets and property of the trust for the benefit of a third party called a beneficiary. It is common practice that the individual creating the trust,…
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Peter Thiel, a PayPal co-founder, invested approximately $2,000 worth of PayPal shares in a Roth IRA during the late 1990’s. Today, those shares are worth an estimated $5 billion, and Thiel won’t owe taxes on any of the gain if he waits until the age of 59 ½ to withdraw money from that account. Although it’s unlikely that Thiel’s success…
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Home prices across the country have skyrocketed to record highs. Many buyers who hoped to purchase a home feel discouraged and anxious after losing one bidding war after another. Now, those who were unable to purchase a home are unsure about what to do with their lump sum of cash. The typical down payment on a home ranges between 5%…
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When investment options that are most accessible to the investing public seem volatile or uncertain, investors may look to other options that are independent and uncorrelated to the stock and bond markets. Private equity provides an opportunity to gain exposure to alternative investments that are not available on public financial markets. Because the performance of an alternative investment in something…
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In today’s economy, employers are in an ongoing fight with one another to lure the top candidates available. Those seeking employment acknowledge the leverage that they now have and seek to capitalize on it by obtaining the highest overall compensation possible. In response, major companies are getting creative with benefit offerings to keep pace with their competitors. Individuals currently seeking...
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