September – A Crescendo of Uncertainty!
As the stock market reminded us last week, September can be a notoriously tough month for investors. Historically, this time of year brings heightened volatility, and 2024 may be shaping up to be no different. With uncertainty swirling around the economy, markets, and politics, it’s important to maintain a clear head. After all, volatility is […]
Federal Reserve and Interest Rates
The stock and bond market are attempting to price in the “right” amount of Federal Reserve interest Rate cuts over the next several months. Powell and company next rate announcement will be on September 18th. Last week we heard both the Producer Price Index (PPI) and the Consumer Price Index (CPI) reported as desired. The […]
Social Security Survivor Benefits – Be Careful
Be careful who you ask, regarding the Social Security claiming rules. It can cost you money. Recently I enrolled a Divorced client for her Full Retirement Age, Retirement Benefit. Part of the data input on the Social Security website is about prior marriages, the time frame, and if the ex-spouse is alive. In this case, […]
