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The Federal Reserve met in mid-January, and clarified its position on monetary policy, providing the clearest hint yet about short-term interest rates. The fed hinted that the first interest rate hit could come as soon as March.1The...

When markets fall, it’s easy to forget that downtrends are part of the investing cycle. So when prices slip, it's a good time to review some common terms that you may be hearing that describe today’s financial markets. The...

When bond yields go up, bond prices go down. It’s a time-tested principle, but it’s also one we haven’t experienced much since the pandemic began. At least, not until the past several weeks. You could feel the effect...

With the new year still fresh in our minds, it’s a good time to take inventory of what might be just around the corner in the coming months. It could be any number of things: changes in your household, moving to a new home that...

Preparing for retirement just got a little more financial wiggle room. Recently, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced new contribution limits for 2022.

Most recently, the Fed said it’s prepared to raise interest rates next year to help manage our economy.

Sometimes, as you know, the “devil is in the details.”

As Medicare’s open enrollment period is due to end December 7, recipients of the program are preparing for a larger-than-expected jump in prices for premiums and deductibles.

A confident consumer can be a powerful ally in an economy. But when the consumer starts to have questions, we can measure consumer confidence in everything from retail sales to home buying to the personal savings rate.

The holiday season is often a quiet, positive time for the financial markets. The phrase “Santa Claus Rally” was coined in the early 1970s to reflect the stock market’s upward bias during the November-January stretch.

why don’t the financial markets seem too concerned about inflation?

President Biden signed a $1T bipartisan infrastructure bill set to enable enhancements for transportation and utilities over the next five years.

At its November meeting, the Fed outlined its plan to taper monthly bond purchases, which will end this pandemic-era policy response by July 2022.

Congress is getting closer to outlining what tax law changes are under consideration to pay for the proposed $1.75 trillion Build Back Better Plan.

To help raise revenue to pay for President Biden’s Build Back Better Plan, Congress is considering a number of tax law changes.

While the world has begun to recover from the economic disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic, the delayed reaction has been felt in the supply chain.

There are expectations for a bumper crop of initial public offerings to make their debuts over the next several weeks.

There are a lot of questions about President Biden’s Build Back Better plan and potential tax law changes, including an adjustment to capital gains taxes.

How long has it been since you’ve reviewed your Medicare policy?

Medicare’s open enrollment period begins soon. During this time, current beneficiaries have the option to adjust their coverage for the coming year.

The Build Back Better Act. The $3.5 trillion budget reconciliation bill. Or the Jobs and Economic Recovery Plan for Working Families.

If you are feeling a bit confused about the direction of inflation, you’re in good company.

A new report indicates that if Congress doesn’t take action to address funding, benefits will be cut to 78 percent by 2034.

In response to a steady media diet of troubling COVID-19 pandemic or sad news, it seems we’re all looking for a distraction.

Looking past inflation figures and Delta variant trends, stocks last week found a way to climb higher and set fresh record highs in the process.

Worry shifts from one news event to the next as traders attempt to build a case whether it's time to go "risk-off" with a portfolio strategy.

Overcoming jitters about the Delta variant and the reintroduction of mask requirements, stocks climbed higher.

what exactly goes into a gold medal, and how much are they worth?

The stock market posted small losses last week despite a very strong showing by corporate America.

The robust results are leading Wall Street analysts to raise estimates for the third and fourth quarters as well as the first quarter of 2022.

Social Security benefits will increase by 6.1%. Once confirmed the revised payment will go into effect in January 2022.

Stocks staged a broad retreat on Monday as traders worried about the adverse economic implications of growing Delta variant infections.

Stocks weakened amid an active week of news, including two important inflation reports. What you need to know.

With all the attention given to inflation, stock prices, and job reports, what’s behind the quiet fall in bond yields?

On July 6, oil prices reached a six-year high. Are these higher prices for gas a precursor to higher prices in general?

Stocks managed small gains as investors wrestled with concerns over economic growth prospects and a rise in COVID-19 infections.

Summertime rouses our desire to hit the road (or the airport) and travel. Here are a few things you’ll want to consider before you take off.

It may be tempting to view this as another volatile moment in the crypto markets, but there’s more at work here than a temporary trend towards selling.

The real rate of return is an important personal finance concept to understand. The real rate of return indicates whether you are gaining or losing purchasing power with your money.

If there is a "silver lining" to all the inflation talk, it may be that Social Security benefits are expected to see a larger-than-normal increase in 2022.

Over Memorial Day weekend, gasoline prices hit the highest for this holiday weekend since 2014. Is this a sign of a pre-COVID normal?

As our nation continues to recover from the effects of COVID-19, one economic trend has been capturing news attention as of late. Consumer prices are rising amidst economic recovery.

Inflation can be a scary word for people who are retired. It’s code for “prices are going up, but my income may stay the same.”

What does it mean when two of the most powerful voices in American financial life seem to be saying two different things?

Will your retirement dreams match your reality? This week we discuss a couple of highlights of the 2021 survey.

Investor sentiment is shifting and there are many reasons for this change. This week we discuss a few of the most impactful reasons to keep in mind.

Non-fungible tokens, or NFTs, and blockchain codes have been the recipient of the latest buzz. But what actually are they?

What forces are driving the housing market resulting in homebuyers are having issues securing a home? Find out why in this week's blog.

President Joe Biden introduced the much-anticipated American Jobs Plan, which outlines an approach to spend roughly $2.2 trillion on the nation's infrastructure and other projects.

Inflation has emerged as one of the top financial concerns for investors as they size up the economy for the rest of the year.

These days, there’s plenty to worry about with the trend in long-term interest rates.

Less than one month ahead of the traditional date, the I.R.S. has delayed the deadline for filing and paying taxes for 2020.

How will the additional stimulus package affect the economy and the financial markets down the line?