As the election season approaches, many individuals are wondering how the outcome might influence the financial markets. Here’s what you need to know to navigate these uncertain waters and make informed decisions for your portfolio. 1. Market Volatility and Uncertainty Elections often bring uncertainty, which…
LPL Research recently unveiled Midyear Outlook 2024: Still Waiting for the Turn, the semi-annual report that recaps where markets and the economy have been over the first half of 2024. As we reach the halfway point of 2024, a sense of persistence defines the economic and…
We wanted to share a recent letter that Blackstone sent out in memory of the “Wall Street Seer” and very much beloved Byron Wien. He had so many life lessons to share with us all and it’s by sharing stories and life lessons like these…
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The debt ceiling, or limit, reflects the amount of money the United States (US) Congress has authorized the government to borrow and Congress can authorize increases when the government nears or reaches the existing limit. The US effectively reached the debt limit in January, triggering…
Given the media surrounding the SVB collapse, it’s natural to wonder how protected your money actually is within a bank. It’s important to be aware of your rights and how these institutions can keep your money safe. There are several organizations that have been set…
Join Kimberly DeProspero, CFP®, and Elliott Starman, Tax Managing Director at BDO, as they dive into some of the details you should be aware of as we continue preparing for this year’s tax season. Financial Strategies Group and LPL Financial do not provide tax advice…
The housing sector was a huge and early beneficiary of the super-loose monetary policy of 2020-21. But, once the Fed started tightening, housing took the lead downward, as well. This isn’t a repeat of the 2006-11 housing bust, but it will drag on. Don’t expect…
“My Retirement is just as busy as when I was a consultant”- Bill Price The best part of our job is watching our clients create the life they worked so hard to achieve. We recently had the pleasure of speaking with our client Bill Price…
Long-term care includes a whole host of services that you may require to meet various personal needs. And eventually, around 60% of us will need assistance with things many take for granted, according to the Administration for Community Living, a division of the U.S. Dept….