As recently as 2 weeks ago, markets were hitting all-time highs, employment and economic data were quite rosy and the outlook was (relatively) stable. My how the narrative has changed. Seemingly overnight, we’ve had a major escalation in a potential conflict between...
There’s an old saying that goes something like “May you live in interesting times.” If true, consider us all fortunate because the last few weeks have certainly been remarkable. Of course, we’ve had the political happenings with both the attempted assassination of...
Happy 4th of July! As we approach the 4th of July, we are reminded of the remarkable journey our nation has taken and the enduring spirit of freedom that binds us together. Independence Day is not just a celebration of our nation’s birth, but also a time to reflect on...
Ready for a Review?A mid-year financial review is a crucial step in ensuring you’re on track to meet your financial goals. By taking the time to reassess your budget, investments, and overall financial strategy, you can make necessary adjustments to optimize your...
Well, as luck would have it, immediately after my last blog on April 10th suggesting we were overdue for a 5% pullback, we happened to get one. To be clear, I’d rather be lucky than good and that was a lucky guess. As I suggested, this is very normal and not anything...
