5 Explanations for the Disconnect Between the Stock Market and the Economy
After the recent low point for the S&P 500 on March 23rd, 2020, the index is up over 28% on a total return basis as
Kristin McKenna, CFP® is frequently published in the national news media. She’s a Senior Contributor at Forbes and has been published by U.S. News & World Report, TheStreet, Business Insider, and the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors Magazine, with quotes in Bloomberg, Kiplinger, MarketWatch, GOLF Magazine, and Huffpost, among others. Kristin has also been invited to be a panelist for several events around stock option financial planning.
After the recent low point for the S&P 500 on March 23rd, 2020, the index is up over 28% on a total return basis as
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One of the most pressing questions for investors right now is where does the stock market go from here? A recovery following the global downturn
Whether the market is setting new highs or in the midst of a downturn, investors need to think a few steps ahead to ensure they’re
A will and a trust are two different estate planning tools. Consider a will like a high-level set of instructions for after you pass away.
The COVID-19 outbreak has affected us all in some way at this point. If you’re lucky enough to be bored but employed, you might be
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With 30-year fixed mortgage rates currently averaging below 3%, it might make sense for homeowners to consider refinancing. Depending on several factors, such as your