Posts by Krystine
Americans and Their 401(k)s
A recent survey found that working households experiencing financial strain due to the pandemic have not been inclined to make withdrawals from their 401(k)s to help make ends meet. In…
Read MoreA Fall Financial Checklist
For many, autumn is the best time of year. The return of cool breezes, comforting foods, and pumpkins can be invigorating. It’s also a bookmark of sorts, especially for your…
Read MorePros & Cons: Pension or Lump Sum Payout?
The 2020 pandemic has resulted in economic strain for many American corporations — even long-established entities. Therefore, it’s important for would-be pensioners to consider their employer’s long-term financial stability in…
Read MoreFinancial Advising During a Pandemic
The pandemic has been hard on nearly everyone, and it’s particularly difficult for professionals who normally meet with clients in an office setting. Fortunately, financial advisors have been able to…
Read MoreHeat Wave: Power Bills and Power Options
During the U.S.’s initial spring lockdown, the weather was rather temperate in most areas of the country. By the time COVID-19 outbreaks started becoming more rampant nationwide, summer was in…
Read MoreWhat’s Going on in Real Estate?
Overall, the U.S. residential real estate market has held up fairly well so far during the global pandemic. Industry experts say that the current economic decline is expected to affect…
Read MoreThe Future of Retirement Planning
As of the end of July, the stock market was still performing relatively well and the Federal Reserve had announced no near-term changes to interest rates.1 However, other economic news was…
Read MoreIs it Time to Go Global?
Competitive edge is a real factor. Here in the U.S., we boast that capitalism is the key to our success. Unfortunately, that key has gotten a little rusty lately thanks…
Read MoreKeep Your Eye on the Ball
Keep Your Eye on the Ball – What Baseball Can Teach us About Investing “Baseball is a lot like life. It’s a day-to-day existence, full of ups and downs.” –…
Read MoreMidyear Market Outlook from Wealth Managers
Lately, the economy has looked as volatile as the stock market: up for a few weeks and then back down again. This is generally attributed to the reopening of the…
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