Developing a retirement strategy? It's critical to know the differences between investment types.
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Traditional vs. Roth IRA
This Monthly Recap summarizes market performance, major events and news from September and Q3 2020. Read more here: https://bit.ly/34e8ieV
The Quarterly Recap summarizes market performance, major events and news from the previous quarter. Read the latest recap here: https://bit.ly/34e8ieV
Building a personal #legacy may be the highest order of altruism. It can begin with four simple steps.
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Building Your Legacy
Read the latest weekly market update from Cetera Investment Management: https://bit.ly/3j6Zspr
Are you overpaying your #taxes? Here’s six overlooked #tax #deductions.
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Six Most Overlooked Tax Deductions
Find out whether you are insurable before implementing a strategy using life insurance.
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Universal Life Insurance
When was the last time you paid yourself first?
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Pay Yourself First
In September, stock prices dropped as investors worried about stalled fiscal stimulus talks, the upcoming election, and new European coronavirus cases.
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Monthly Market Insights | October 2020
D&O #insurance can be a risk management tool for small businesses, non-profits and educational institutions.
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Directors and Officers Liability Insurance
Own a life insurance policy or annuity that is many years old? You may want to consider a trade in.
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What Is a 1035 Exchange?
The average college senior graduates with credit card debt. How will your kids manage money?
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Do Your Kids Know The Value of a Silver Spoon?
A recent study, focused on how the pandemic is impacting retirement confidence levels among men and women, found that women may be disproportionately impacted when it comes to retirement security. Check out the latest issue of Financial Watch: http://bit.ly/financialwatch-oct2020
Trump vs Biden. Do markets care who wins? @ceteraIM covers the path to electoral victory for both candidates and look at historical stock market returns during post-WWII 4-year presidential cycles in our latest commentary: https://bit.ly/2H1ZYa4
Trump vs Biden. Do markets care who wins? @ceteraIM covers the path to electoral victory for both candidates and look at historical stock market returns during post-WWII 4-year presidential cycles in this latest commentary: https://bit.ly/31nO69V
How much do you know about stocks?
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How Stocks Work
It may seem like a good idea to close credit card accounts you no longer use to avoid annual fees or if you're not using rewards during the pandemic, but this may have an adverse impact on your credit. Read the latest issue of Retire Wise for more: http://bit.ly/retirewise-oct2020
Your #creditscore may impact what you pay for auto and home #insurance.
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Does Your Credit Score Affect Your Insurance Rates?
With increasing wealth comes unique financial challenges.
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Investment Challenges of the Affluent Investor
When giving to charity, some make cash donations. Others want a more sophisticated strategy. #CharitableGiving
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Trends in Charitable Giving
Have a kid heading off to college? Here are a few tips.
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A Cheat Sheet for Sending Your Kid to College
Bedtime Story: U.S. Federal Tax Code. How many pages have you read?
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Understanding Marginal Income Tax Brackets
#Markets have their worst day in a month on #Covid concerns, #stimulus plan pessimism, and #election2020 uncertainty. Please check out this latest commentary: https://bit.ly/34tPNnW #economy #stockmarket
Read the latest weekly market update from Cetera Investment Management: https://bit.ly/31KQZl9
#Markets have their worst day in a month on #Covid concerns, #stimulus plan pessimism, and #election2020 uncertainty. Please check out this latest commentary: https://bit.ly/34tPNnW #economy #stockmarket
A will may be only one of the documents you need—and one of the factors you should consider—when it comes to managing your estate.
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Estate Management 101
Voter turnout for a U.S. presidential election was the highest in modern history. The latest commentary from @CeteraIM discusses the election uncertainty, potential outcomes, and investment implications. Read more @ https://bit.ly/2Gt4sqp
#economy #markets #stocks #election2020
Voter turnout for a U.S. presidential election was the highest in modern history. The latest commentary from @CeteraIM discusses the election uncertainty, potential outcomes, and investment implications. Read more @ https://bit.ly/2Gt4sqp
#economy #markets #stocks #election2020
When markets wobble, even experienced investors can get nervous. But history holds some encouraging lessons.
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When Markets React
The Week on Wall Street Stock prices dropped last week as hopes for a fiscal stimulus bill faded and investors focused on rising COVID-19 infections, here and abroad. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slid 6.47%, while the Standard &...
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November 2, 2020 - No Stimulus, Stocks Lag
This is an interesting video and a great watch.
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Encore Careers: Push Your Boundaries
Read the latest weekly market update from Cetera Investment Management: https://bit.ly/3oQSmIY
Retiring? Remaining flexible may help you meet the challenges of uncertainty.
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Certain Uncertainties in Retirement
Wondering about your choices for putting aside money for retirement? Learn more about your options. #Annuities
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Immediate vs. Deferred Annuities
No time is more critical than the end of the year to make sure you're taking advantage of opportunities to manage your tax burden. That's especially true this year, thanks to the CARES Act. Read the latest issue of Retire Wise for more: http://bit.ly/retirewise-nov20
The latest commentary from @CeteraIM discusses Joe #Biden declared #President and potential implications from a divided government. Click here to read more: https://bit.ly/3lfQjMa
#economy #markets #stocks #election2020
Read the latest weekly market update from Cetera Investment Management: https://bit.ly/2JLWlGx
Ever heard of a Roth 401(k)? Would one be right for you?
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What Is a Roth 401(k)?
Second homes have unique risks and insuring them is different than a primary home.
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Insuring Your Second Home
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on many U.S. households. However, there are important steps you can take to regain control of your financial future. Check out the latest issue of Financial Watch: https://bit.ly/financialwatch-nov2020
Test your estate strategy knowledge with this short quiz.
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Test Your Estate Strategy Knowledge
Between the main courses of travel, food, and shopping, Thanksgiving holds special significance in the U.S. economy. Find out more by grabbing a fresh slice of the latest commentary from Cetera Investment Management: https://bit.ly/35ycKXD
Between the main courses of travel, food, and shopping, Thanksgiving holds special significance in the U.S. economy. Find out more by grabbing a fresh slice of the latest commentary from Cetera Investment Management: https://bit.ly/35ycKXD
The choice of business structure is not a final decision. You may amend your business structure to your changing needs.
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Choosing a Business Structure
Divorce is a painful process. Avoid financial mistakes that may have life-long consequences.
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A House Divided
What do you need to know in the face of post COVID-19 volatility?
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Pullbacks, Corrections, and Bear Markets
What can a fairy tale teach us about goal-setting success? Watch our video and find out.
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Once Upon a Goal
This Monthly Recap summarizes market performance, major events and news from November 2020. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3odtlXd
Learn more about whether you need to pay estimated taxes.
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You May Need to Make Estimated Tax Payments If…
15-year vs. 30-year: know your refinancing options.
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Lots of Variables with Fixed-Rate Mortgages
Property taxes too high? Here are ways to potentially lower your assessment. #homeowner #propertytax
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How to Appeal Your Property Taxes
Read the latest weekly market update from Cetera Investment Management: https://bit.ly/3n60yDG
The latest issue of Retire Wise covers 3 tax-smart ways to help family members in need pay for college and provides helpful information to avoid phony COVID-19 contact tracer scams. Read more here: https://bit.ly/retirewise-dec20
Health & Human Services: Age can make a difference in the cost of a long-term-care policy.
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What to Look for in a Long-Term Care Policy
The savings rate is the government’s estimate of how much U.S. households are saving.
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U.S. Personal Savings Rate
Generate income and rebuild principal. A powerful one-two punch.
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Split Annuity Strategy
Read the latest weekly market update from Cetera Investment Management: https://bit.ly/3oPhKOr
Do global and international mutual funds complement or conflict with each other?
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Global vs. International: What’s The Difference?
The S&P 500 is ubiquitous. Ever wonder how it works? #S&P500
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The Anatomy of an Index
Property taxes too high? Here are ways to potentially lower your assessment. #homeowner #propertytax
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How to Appeal Your Property Taxes
Read the latest weekly market update from Cetera Investment Management: https://bit.ly/3n60yDG
Read the latest weekly market update from Cetera Investment Management: https://bit.ly/3pfMpVw
If you don’t have an #estatestrategy, here’s some reasons why you should.
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Why Everyone Needs an Estate Strategy
Surprises crop up every day, and they’re a great reason to work with us.
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Surprises
Sharpen your pencils, it's time for @ceteraIM's 2021 #Outlook! The #economy will be going off to college and won't be getting as much financial support in 2021. Read the full 2021 Market Outlook here: https://bit.ly/2KAGVpe
Sharpen your pencils, it's time for @ceteraIM's 2021 #Outlook! The #economy will be going off to college and won't be getting as much financial support in 2021. Read the full 2021 Market Outlook here: https://bit.ly/2KAGVpe
The latest issue of Financial Watch reviews 5 of the most important financial lessons learned this year, and actions you can take as you plan for the new year. Read more: https://bit.ly/financialwatch-dec2020
Doing some #HomeImprovement? There's one item that most homeowners overlook when undertaking remodeling projects.
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The Most Overlooked Item of Any Home Improvement
Even if you’re #young and single, you should still consider #protecting yourself with #insurance.
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Insurance Needs Assessment: When You're Young and Single
Read the latest weekly market update from Cetera Investment Management: https://bit.ly/3pfMpVw
If you don’t have an #estatestrategy, here’s some reasons why you should.
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Why Everyone Needs an Estate Strategy
Surprises crop up every day, and they’re a great reason to work with us.
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Surprises
Sharpen your pencils, it's time for @ceteraIM's 2021 #Outlook! The #economy will be going off to college and won't be getting as much financial support in 2021. Read the full 2021 Market Outlook here: https://bit.ly/2KAGVpe
Are you ready to solve a credit report crime with John Q. Gumshoe? Grab your magnifying glass and click here to learn more.
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How to Read Your Credit Report
What do Americans spend more on? 1) taxes or 2) food, clothing, and shelter? Answer = 1. #IncomeTax
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What Do Your Taxes Pay For?
Read the latest weekly market update from Cetera Investment Management: https://bit.ly/2KBng94
Committed to increasing your financial literacy? Don't be afraid to ask questions. #FinancialLiteracy
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The Financial Literacy Crisis
Doing some #HomeImprovement? There's one item that most homeowners overlook when undertaking remodeling projects.
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The Most Overlooked Item of Any Home Improvement
Even if you’re #young and single, you should still consider #protecting yourself with #insurance.
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Insurance Needs Assessment: When You're Young and Single
In December, stock prices rallied thanks to multiple COVID-19 vaccines and the signing of a new fiscal relief bill.
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Monthly Market Insights | January 2021
Do you know what all those emojis you keep seeing in your text messages mean? Here’s a handy guide.
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Mastering Mobile Lingo
The $600 #StimulusCheck going out to millions of people can now be individually tracked through the #IRS' "Get My Payment" website, which reopened on Monday afternoon. The site informs people about the date of their payment and whether they will receive it via direct deposit or the mailed payment date.
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Second stimulus check: How you can track when you'll get your payment
The latest commentary from @CeteraIM discusses a likely Democratic sweep of Congress and potential implications of their slim majority in the Senate. Click here to read more: https://bit.ly/3nmiQQz
#economy #markets #stocks #election2020
Concerned about identity theft? Some things to leave at home. #IdentityTheft
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Please Leave Home Without It
#Markets have had an impressive run since March 2020 lows. Rising headwinds could cause a correction. Planning ahead and being prepared is important. Check out the latest commentary from Cetera Investment Management: https://bit.ly/2MyxM1n
#economy #stockmarket #correction
Findings from a study conducted by the #MIT AgeLab explored what people anticipate doing in #retirement.
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The Most Overlooked Flaw In Your Retirement Plan And How To Fix It
#MortgageRates are around record lows. Is it time for you to #refinance your #HomeLoan? The decision is not a simple slam dunk. Here are three questions to ask yourself first.
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Should I refinance my mortgage? Here’s how to decide
Saving for college doesn’t have to be as complicated as college itself.
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Saving for College 101
It's 2021: time to check your tax bracket! The latest issue of Retire Wise covers the 2021 tax rate schedule, standard deduction increases, and 5 ways to reduce pandemic-related stress. Read more here: http://bit.ly/retirewise-jan21
Is there a role for both active and passive investments in your portfolio?
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The Great Debate Continues: Active vs. Passive
In December, stock prices rallied thanks to multiple COVID-19 vaccines and the signing of a new fiscal relief bill.
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Monthly Market Insights | January 2021
Making objective choices can be tough when investing, but many savvy investors know how to keep their decisions emotion-free.
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What Smart Investors Know
Read the latest weekly market update from Cetera Investment Management: https://bit.ly/2M6srOm
What does it actually cost to raise a child? You might be surprised.
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The Half Million Dollar Baby
#Insurance is designed to protect you from financial loss, but filing a claim may cost you more in the long run.
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A Home Insurance Claim: To File Or Not To File
Findings from a study conducted by the #MIT AgeLab explored what people anticipate doing in #retirement.
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The Most Overlooked Flaw In Your Retirement Plan And How To Fix It
#MortgageRates are around record lows. Is it time for you to #refinance your #HomeLoan? The decision is not a simple slam dunk. Here are three questions to ask yourself first.
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Should I refinance my mortgage? Here’s how to decide
The latest commentary from @CeteraIM discusses the first FOMC meeting of 2021. Expect a discussion around #economy, fiscal #stimulus, and monetary policy. Click here to read more: https://bit.ly/2Yb7Qve
#Fed #markets #stocks
The savings rate is the government’s estimate of how much U.S. households are saving.
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U.S. Personal Savings Rate
An ILIT could play a role in your estate strategy.
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A Primer on Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts
#FinancialFreedom can mean something different to everyone, but it always comes back to reaching those financial freedom goals you have — improving your #CreditScore; paying down your #debt, or investing and building your #RetirementFund. Here are five tips that may help.
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Here’s What Financial Freedom Really Means — and 5 Steps to Get There
The latest issue of Financial Watch recommends 4 steps for strengthening your financial safety net in the new year. Read more: http://bit.ly/financialwatch-jan2021
Making objective choices can be tough when investing, but many savvy investors know how to keep their decisions emotion-free.
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What Smart Investors Know
The latest commentary from @CeteraIM discusses the recent market volatility due to increased speculative trading by retail investors. Click here to ready more: https://bit.ly/2NNgkH4
#valatility #markets #stocks
Value. Growth. Cycles. Underperform. Outperform. Confusing? When was your last Investment IQ test? #ValueInvesting
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Value vs. Growth Investing
Social host laws may make you responsible for underage drinking in your home, even if you are away.
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Teen Drinking and Your Liability
Read the latest weekly market update from Cetera Investment Management: https://bit.ly/39eTXCu
The latest commentary from @CeteraIM discusses the first FOMC meeting of 2021. Expect a discussion around #economy, fiscal #stimulus, and monetary policy. Click here to read more: https://bit.ly/2Yb7Qve
#Fed #markets #stocks
The latest commentary from @CeteraIM discusses the first FOMC meeting of 2021. Expect a discussion around #economy, fiscal #stimulus, and monetary policy. Click here to read more: https://bit.ly/2Yb7Qve
#Fed #markets #stocks
As January came to a close, stocks were mixed as attention shifted to unprecedented activity around a handful of companies with short-interest positions.
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Monthly Market Insights | February 2021
Your investment strategies and personal beliefs don’t have to be mutually exclusive. Learn more about impact investing here:
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Investing for Impact
Ben Franklin used compound interest to make big contributions to his two favorite cities.
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The Power of Compound Interest
The #TaxCutsAndJobsAct of 2018, which brought the most substantial changes to the tax code in 30 years, is being challenged by #COVID. The good news is that because of those changes, there are some increased #TaxSavings that come with #homeownership. Learn more here.
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7 Tax Benefits of Owning a Home: A Complete Guide for Filing This Year
This Monthly Recap summarizes market performance, major events and news from January 2021. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3cu7A2H
Read the latest weekly market update from Cetera Investment Management: https://bit.ly/3cxgRHy
Your chance of an IRS audit may not be that high. It pays to know what may trigger one. #IRSaudit
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What If You Get Audited?
Understanding credits and deductions is one of the critical building blocks to making the tax code work for you.
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How to Make the Tax Code Work for You
Read the latest weekly market update from Cetera Investment Management: https://bit.ly/3q67hz2
RMDs are back. What's your strategy? Read more here: http://bit.ly/retirewise-feb21
If you want to avoid any potential surprises at tax time, it may make sense to know where you stand when it comes to the AMT.
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Do You Owe The AMT?
As January came to a close, stocks were mixed as attention shifted to unprecedented activity around a handful of companies with short-interest positions.
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Monthly Market Insights | February 2021
You need to know 8 things before you file your 2020 tax return. Read more: http://bit.ly/financialwatch-feb21
I hope you are all having a great day so far - Here is your Wednesday Market Minute:
1.) Wall Street's main indexes opened lower today as investors stayed away from making big bets ahead of the release of minutes from the U.S Federal Reserve's January meeting.
2) U.S. retail sales rebounded sharply in January after households received additional pandemic relief money from the government, suggesting a pick-up in economic activity.
3) Crude oil prices were mixed Wednesday, largely retaining recent gains after a severe winter storm disrupted U.S. production, particularly in Texas, while demand surged given the cold temperatures.
What the Heck is going on in Texas?
Record breaking snowfall and cold temperatures are wreaking havoc on a state un-equipped to handle either. Freezing temperatures surged energy demands beyond what state supply could meet causing power (and heat) outages. Ice has caused major traffic snarls and essential business closures.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all who are struggling in these extreme conditions
A will may be only one of the documents you need—and one of the factors you should consider—when it comes to managing your estate.
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Estate Management 101
Read the latest weekly market update from Cetera Investment Management: https://bit.ly/37nlPmN
I hope this finds all of you warm and well - Here is your Tuesday Market Minute:
1. U.S. stock markets were set to reopen clearly higher after the Presidents Day holiday, with participants firmly focused on the prospects for economic recovery later in the year.
2. Top cryptocurrency stock prices hit another new record high of $49,951 overnight amid sustained speculation that the world’s asset managers will increasingly allocate a fraction of their vast assets under management to cryptocurrencies. The move was accompanied by fresh weakness in the dollar, pushed lower by combined factors of loose fiscal and monetary policy.
3. Metals prices extended their strong run, with platinum hitting its highest since 2014 and copper futures hitting their highest since 2012, on expectations of buoyant global demand and only a lagged reaction from the supply side.
DAD JOKE OF THE DAY
I can never take my dog to the park because the ducks keep trying to bite him.
I guess that’s what I get for buying a pure bread dog.
If you'd like to participate in emerging markets, what are your options? #EmergingMarkets
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Emerging Market Opportunities
You did a smart thing purchasing that LONG TERM CARE policy, maybe as long as 20-25 years ago, -YOU THOUGHT! Now after numerous rate increases, you’re wondering “how smart was I?” Don’t walk away from all the money you paid in, EDIT IT! Give me a call.
Check out the latest commentary from @CeteraIM which discusses the reasons for the most recent technology stock selloff: https://bit.ly/3dNCHH4
#economy #markets #stocks #techstocks
We all have a money personality type, and our attitude impacts all our financial decisions, especially #retirement. Discovering your “money personality type” can help you avoid mistakes and build on your strengths, so your #financial future is more secure.
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What is Your Money Personality Type? Will it Impact Your Retirement?
Check out the latest commentary from @CeteraIM which discusses the reasons for the most recent technology stock selloff: https://bit.ly/3dNCHH4
#economy #markets #stocks #techstocks
This Monthly Recap summarizes market performance, major events and news from February 2021. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3bTglkT
This Monthly Recap summarizes market performance, major events and news from February 2021. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3bTglkT
Many people stop being "and-a-half" around age 12. But at age 50, "and-a-half" makes a comeback. #SocialSecurity
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Important Birthdays Over 50
When the rules of the game change, tactics should follow in response to the new landscape.
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Revising Estate Strategy Assumptions
In February, the burgeoning economic recovery and decreasing number of COVID-19 infections lifted stocks.
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Monthly Market Insights | March 2021
D&O #insurance can be a risk management tool for small businesses, non-profits and educational institutions.
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Directors and Officers Liability Insurance
TGIF!! I hope everyone will get out and about this weekend! Here is your Market Minute and JOTD:
1) Investors cautious
U.S. stocks were set to open modestly higher after losses on Thursday. Traders will likely proceed with caution, the pattern this week has been for bright openings to run into heavy selling almost immediately.
The NASDAQ has borne the brunt of this week’s selling and finished on Thursday at nearly three-month lows.
2) Powell comments weigh on global markets
The sell-off in U.S. bonds triggered by Fed Chairman Jerome Powell’s comments on Thurs impacted global markets. European stocks staged a comeback after a weak opening. The Dollar Index hit its highest since November.
His comments sent the 10-year Treasury yield as high as 1.55%
3) Payroll growth strengthens again
Hiring in the U.S. economy accelerated sharply in February, reviving hopes of a rapid recovery from the winter wave of layoffs due to Covid-19 restrictions.
DAD JOKE OF THE DAY
Someone complemented my driving yesterday; they left a note that said "parking fine"
Have a great weekend everyone!
Learn more about whether you need to pay estimated taxes.
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You May Need to Make Estimated Tax Payments If…
Happy Tuesday everyone! Here is today’s Market Minute:
1) Stocks set to open with small correction lower
U.S. stocks are set to open slightly lower, giving up only some of the gains made in an explosive rally on Monday that was driven by the latest vaccine approval and the passage of the stimulus bill through the House of Representatives.
2) Retail earnings in focus
The retail sector is set to dominate the day’s earnings roster, with several updates due today. Expectations for some companies remain high due to flexibility in adopting curbside collection and other pandemic-beating tactics.
3) Oil off lows
Crude oil prices dipped – along with those of other commodities – in what still appears to be a correction from over-extended levels after sharp gains in recent weeks.
Elsewhere, the American Petroleum Institute is about to endorse the principle of pricing carbon dioxide emissions, dropping its long-held opposition.
DAD JOKE OF THE DAY
I've started investing in stocks: beef, chicken and vegetable... One day I hope to be a bouillionaire!
Saving for college doesn’t have to be as complicated as college itself.
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Saving for College 101
Generate income and rebuild principal. A powerful one-two punch.
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Split Annuity Strategy
What if you haven't saved enough? Check out 3 ways to boost cash reserves in retirement. Read more here: http://bit.ly/retirewise-mar21
Filing your #taxes can be complex, but that’s no excuse to avoid educating yourself on the basics.
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How Taxes Work: 4 Tax Myths Debunked | CentSai
A #SocialSecurityRetirementBenefit is a percentage of your average monthly income using your highest 35 years of #Inflation-AdjustedEarnings.
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Adding up the numbers: Retirement benefit calculation – the advanced course
#Americans are ready to spend, signaling a coming #economic boom, with $1.6 trillion in savings more than enough to close the hole in the #economy.
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Americans are ready to spend
U.S. Service Members should consider taking advantage of programs that are available. #MilitaryFamilies
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Personal Finance Tips for Military Families
How will you avoid these 5 common retirement planning pitfalls? Read more: http://bit.ly/financialwatch-mar21
Good Day Everyone! Here is your Market Minute and JOTD!
1) U.S. stock markets opened mostly lower on Thursday under pressure from a fresh rise in bond yields. As market participants reacted skeptically to the Fed's assurances that inflation won't be a problem for the next two years
The rise in bond yields is again hurting technology stocks – those whose cash flows are skewed to dates far out in the future – with futures reverting to a familiar pattern of tech underperformance overnight.
2) The sell-off in bonds resumed overnight as the market digested just how dovish the Federal Reserve’s messaging was after its policy meeting. The Fed doubled down on its assumptions that underemployment across the economy will keep core personal consumer expenditures, its preferred measure of inflation, to only a little over 2% through 2023.
DAD JOKE OF THE DAY
Another Irish joke, why not?
I knew an Irishman that had so much energy he just kept bouncing off the walls! His name was Rick O'shay
Making objective choices can be tough when investing, but many savvy investors know how to keep their decisions emotion-free.
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What Smart Investors Know
Driven in part by pressure from lawmakers and regulators over the extraordinary power #Google and #Microsoft wield over #American life, the companies are wrestling to throw each other under the bus.
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Microsoft and Google openly feuding amid hacks, competition inquiries
#Inflation expectations, while volatile, play a critical role in #EconomicGrowth. Businesses and workers look to such forecasts when deciding how to raise prices or wages. This ends up guiding real price growth down the road. How do you feel about inflation?
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Younger investors reply 'OK boomer' to older generations' inflation fearmongering
A growing cohort of #WallStreet strategists believes it’s time for investors to position for a new #inflationary regime.
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Short and Hot: How Investors Can Play This Economic Cycle
Just because you’re under 65 years of age doesn’t mean you don’t qualify for Medicare. There are a few specific scenarios where you are eligible earlier. Learn more:
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Qualifying For Medicare Under Age 65
Happy National Puppy Day to all of our dog enthusiasts! Let's celebrate our loyal friends today!