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The market ended the month up 2.43% in August, nicely rebounding from an initial scare driven by the Yen-carry trade unravel.
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There are a number of similarities, as well as some pronounced differences. We’ll highlight both below, as well as differences to ETNs (Exchange Traded Notes).
It’s a good question that contains some potential tax consequences. We remind you that we are not accountants and don’t provide tax advice...
I’m 61 years old, but still planning on working another 5 years. Should I roll my current 401k into an IRA or leave it where it is?
Should I just put my 401k in a Target Date Fund? A: Great question! The two primary factors to consider are risk level and cost.
This is a great question with no “right” answer. There are benefits to both methods and ultimately you will need to evaluate your own needs to best choose...
Great question! At a high level, there are 4 major categories of risks in fixed income. Many fixed income instruments (aka “bonds”) bear more than one of these.
The Federal Reserve’s first line of defense when it comes to stimulating the economy is of course lowering the Fed Funds Rate (short term interest rates)...
There are two main issues surrounding the debt ceiling crisis. First is the issue of potential default (or delayed payment) by the US government...
First let’s specifically define the task. When we combine more than one asset, how does the expected volatility of the combined portfolio differ from...
In recent weeks, we have spoken to many pilots regarding the new American Airlines contract. With that in mind, we thought we would proactively reach out.
Explore strategic vs. tactical asset allocation benefits—diversification and tax efficiency vs. concentration and active management—for informed investing.
We’re not accountants or tax specialists. However, we have been getting tons of questions about the new federal tax legislation (Tax Cuts and Jobs Act).
If you are over 50 years old, you will want to pay attention to this. It has come to our attention that the there was a small hiccup transitioning between...
On December 11th, The House of Representatives signed bill H.R. 2591, which allows for the retroactive transfer of the AAL equity stake to a Traditional IRA.
A Roth IRA is a special individual retirement account (IRA) where you pay taxes on money going into your account, and then all future withdrawals are tax fre...
What you need to know about the purchasing power of money and how it changes
Market Recap - Fed jumbo rate cut, Chinese Stimulus & more!
S&P 500 index rose by 1.22% in July. In the latest fortune reversal, Technology was the worst performing sector, dropping 3.28%, while Real Estate rose over..
S&P 500 index rose by 3.59% in June. Utilities was the worst performing sector, after being the best performer two months in a row.
S&P 500 index rose by 4.96% in May, recovering all of its drop in April. Energy was the worst performing sector, whereas Utilities was the best performing...
Stocks and bonds rallied in the last month of the year, shaking off any worries about geopolitical risk and lagged effects of higher interest rates...
Stocks and bonds rallied on lower inflation numbers and a perceived end to the Fed’s tightening program. Markets are now pricing in 4-5 interest rate cuts in...
Geopolitical Tensions and Rising Treasury Yields spark decline in global stock market. Long-term yields surge, 10-year treasury crossed the 5% mark...
My company Pension is being terminated and I need to make a decision about how to receive my benefit. Should I choose to take the lump sum or the annuity?
What is the Debt Ceiling and what is the big deal about reaching it? A: The debt ceiling is the maximum amount that the US can borrow at one time...
Why does the Federal Reserve target 2% inflation? Why not target zero inflation? A: Historical evidence suggests that an economy suffers with high inflation...
What exactly is the so called “Fiscal Cliff” and what are the impacts if we go over it? A: The Fiscal Cliff is really a combination of tax increases & ...
I am a 54 year old pilot still flying for American Airlines. One consequence of our bankruptcy is that our B-Fund (Defined Contribution Pension) is being...
How will my taxes be affected by the Affordable Care Act (“Obamacare”)? Great question…. and we'll preface by saying this bill was far too long...
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