Why are they made again and again? Providedby Philip Clark, CFP® Much is out there about the classic financial mistakes that plague start-ups, family businesses, corporations, and charities. Aside from these blunders, some classic financial missteps plague retirees. Calling them “mistakes” may be a bit harsh, as not all of them represent errors in judgment. Read the full article…
Some specifics about the “second act.” Provided by Philip Clark, CFP® Does your vision of retirement align with the facts? Here are some noteworthy financial and lifestyle facts about life after 50 that might surprise you. Up to 85% of a retiree’s Social Security income can be taxed. Some retirees are taken aback when they Read the full article…
In support of breast cancer awareness month, we are focusing the next few articles on wealth issues impacting women. This article will cover retirement must-haves. We encourage you to donate to charitable organizations of your choosing. Not only it is a great tax saving strategy, it also just makes you feel good. If you would Read the full article…
Shelley Schexnayder, Communications, Senior Advisor at 1st Global It’s impossible to time the market perfectly or completely avoid market fluctuations, and every year, there is significant rotation on which of the asset classes at right perform well or poorly. So how can long-term investors not only endure market fluctuations but plan for them in their Read the full article…
By Jennifer Hutchins, CFA and Martin Landry, CFA, CFP®, CAIA, CIMA®, CIPM, CTFA, AIF® The end of the tentative trade truce between the world’s two largest economies triggered a sell-off on global stock markets and sent investors scurrying into safe-haven assets. On Monday, August 5, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 767 points (about 2.9%) Read the full article…
Ancient Chinese merchants were said to have developed a unique way to manage their risk. They would divide their shipments among several different vessels. That way, if one ship were to sink or be attacked by pirates, the rest stood a good chance of getting through. Thus, the majority of the shipment could be saved. Read the full article…
