Monthly Archives: March 2020

What Is a Bear Market and How Long Does It Last?

During this period of volatility, many are asking where the economy is headed. As the coronavirus affects the U.S. financially and socially in a way previously unseen, lawmakers are acting to boost the economy, and analysts are predicting what’s to come. We’ve officially entered a bear market, and the Federal Reserve has responded. So, what [...]

By |2020-03-29T22:47:29-04:00March 29th, 2020|Stock Market|

Who Does Coronavirus Put Most At-Risk?

As coronavirus spreads across the U.S., public health officials are issuing more warnings. Some schools have shut down, and more companies are having employees work from home. While the coronavirus is quite contagious and can be serious, it’s important to know who should be most concerned. While much is still unknown about the virus, it [...]

By |2020-03-27T15:51:26-04:00March 27th, 2020|Healthcare, Lifestyle|

3 Ways the Coronavirus Could Affect Your Travel Plans

There are more cases of coronavirus reported in the U.S. every day, and the disease is spreading more rapidly around the world. Keep in mind that there are some places where the Center for Disease Control (CDC) warns against traveling to or recommends taking extra precautions when visiting. If you’re planning a trip, know these [...]

By |2020-03-20T18:53:55-04:00March 20th, 2020|Lifestyle|

Low Interest Rates, Market Volatility, and Your Retirement

Planning for retirement is never a "set it and forget it" activity. There are unexpected disasters, market drops, and changing laws that invariably cause retirees to reevaluate their plans of action. Recently, market volatility and the Federal Reserve’s decision to cut interest rates may have you wondering how to respond. Here's what to consider when [...]

By |2020-03-15T23:35:27-04:00March 15th, 2020|Financial Planning, Retirement Planning, Stock Market|

5 Common Coronavirus Myths

The coronavirus epidemic has many worried, and information about the disease floods the news and internet every day. There’s a ton of information on the coronavirus out there, but not all of it is necessarily true. Let's separate fact from fiction: Here are six common coronavirus myths. Face Masks Will Protect You Not necessarily - [...]

By |2020-03-13T13:23:19-04:00March 13th, 2020|Healthcare, Lifestyle|

Coronavirus Correction

The events over the last few weeks remind us that no one can predict the ups and downs of the stock market. While there’s abundant information out there to reference so you can make informed decisions, there’s also a lot of conflicting advice. Some argue for “timing the market,” but there is simply no way [...]

By |2020-03-08T19:50:40-04:00March 8th, 2020|Stock Market|

Retirement Planning in a Volatile Market

The recent market volatility surrounding the coronavirus may have you concerned, especially if you’re approaching or already in retirement. Feelings of uncertainty, anxiety, and uneasiness are all common during any scary and volatile market.  These feelings are normal and sometimes it can be beneficial to take a step back and look at the big picture.  We can’t [...]

By |2020-03-03T10:20:09-05:00March 3rd, 2020|Retirement Planning, Stock Market|
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