Q4 2020 – Presidents Have Consequences
Not to be outdone by the first and second quarters of the year, the fourth quarter of the year seemed like a fitting end to 2020. President Trump contracted COVID, he skipped the second debate against Joe Biden (because...
Read More...The Federal Reserve has responded to this crisis with exceptional speed and effectiveness. Although the lines of separation between the “independent” Fed and the U.S. Treasury Department have been blurred, the various sources of support have resulted in elevated...
Read More...Stocks & Elections It's often a non-event!
As elections approach, our knee-jerk reaction is to become much more conservative by nature. On the surface this makes good sense, but how do markets typically perform before and after elections? A look at some data is warranted to analyze. ...
Read More...Why Investing Reduces Risk Don't trade one risk for another!
When I say the word "risk," what comes to mind? If I asked most people how to define it, they would answer in one or a combination of the following:
What is my chance of loss? How variable is the price of...Read More...The second quarter of 2020 started with non-stop news and speculation about the devastation the COVID-19 pandemic might cause. At the same time, the markets were trying to digest the efficacy of the massive and unprecedented liquidity programs...
Read More...Variable Annuities are Rarely Attractive. A product often sold but rarely sought! Avoiding the annuity hustle.
As markets correct and the world becomes more uncertain, there is one thing you CAN be sure of during times like these - aggressive annuity salespeople. Why you ask? One of the most seductive...
Read More...First Quarter 2020 - Well that was Fast
As we began 2020, there were signs that domestic economy was strong. Unemployment was historically low, real wages were rising, some housing markets were strong and broad measures of consumer sentiment were promising. The consumer was thought...
Read More...During an unprecedented and confusing time, we hope to provide solace in the form of reassurance. This is why we’d like to share with you our recent recognition as a way of letting you know that we are here to stay and committed to...
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