Budgeting for the Holiday Season

Budgeting for the Holiday Season

As the winter gifting holidays approach, current economic conditions might cause you to be more cautious than usual about how much you spend on friends and family this year. If rising costs, a declining stock market, and high interest rates are making you take a...
Making the Case for Bonds

Making the Case for Bonds

What a difference a couple of years makes. At the end of 2021, interest rates were at rock bottom, and banks offered savers little more than crumbs. Fast forward to today, and the Federal Reserve has lifted interest rates north of 5%. Interest rates on savings...
A Financial Checklist You Can Handle

A Financial Checklist You Can Handle

Starting fresh is always a great feeling, but the scale of what we set out to accomplish at the beginning of the year sometimes becomes overwhelming as the months go by. The question is, how can you stay motivated to meet your financial goals throughout the year?...
July 2023 Market Update

July 2023 Market Update

Market Quick Hits Solid July for Markets Continued Challenges for Fixed Income  Economic Growth Beats Expectations  Market Risks Fading  Strong Economy Supports Positive Outlook  Solid July for Markets Equity markets rallied in July, with rising...