To understand the current financial market, we must look at the forces that influence market direction. The movement of money and goods around the world is
The market is a notoriously fickle beast. Generally speaking you will a notice a repeating pattern present in the markets and the economy. Periods of sustained
Saving for retirement is something every working individual should strive for. There will come a time in your life when waking up for work each morning, putting
2017 Outlook
In 2016, all of the major stock categories posted gains in the fourth quarter with a significant percentage of gains realized following the U.S
Many of you are probably wondering how a Trump Presidency will impact your investments. After his surprise victory and the Republicans holding majorities in
1. Check your cash.
At a time when the market is down, cash can be a very good thing. Consider using the cash allocation in your accounts for withdrawals in
• The stock market S&P 500 hit an all-time high on May 21, 2015, reaching a high of 2130. At this writing, the close was 2095.
• The employment
In many respects, people can be their own worst enemies in their quest for financial security. When you consider that our lives are nothing more than a
Until recently, many retirees have been able to rely upon the three-legged stool of retirement income sources: A defined benefit pension plan that guarantees a
With the market in its current state, especially oil prices, we continually scour other “experts” opinions on where we might be headed. Professor Jeremy J
Historically, the first interest-rate hike by the Federal Reserve is not the start of a market or economic downturn. Typically, equities have performed well
If you have been listening to the news lately, you have been bombarded with the endless talk of Greece and where its financial future is heading. The Greek