It is hard to believe it is already December. We are all ready to put 2022 behind us. It is time to look ahead to next year. We are all hoping for better things. But there is one major concern on our minds. What if stocks go down again in 2023? We look at the potential impact of back-to-back down years of negative investment returns.
This year has been very difficult for investors. A bear market has plagued both the stock and bond markets. The dark clouds of pessimism dominate the media. But things will change. Better times are ahead, and it is nearing time to shake the doldrums. Are you ready for the next bull market?
This week we have a live broadcast to discuss the current bear market. We'll talk about: what has made this one different, Have we reached the bottom? How does this bear compare? What should you be doing? Is now a good time to reassess the amount of risk you are comfortable taking?
We answered your questions on our live show. Check it out.
When is the right time of the year to take your Required Minimum Distribution? Will your major home improvement retain its value? And the challenge of being an optimist in a world full of pessimism.
Paul and Elaine are 58 years old. So far they have saved about $58,000 for their future. What can they do to plan for retirement? We take a look at some basic concepts to help them get on the right track with their retirement planning.
One of the most valuable resources in the world of money is time. Whether you are saving for retirement, managing risk, building a portfolio or planning an income stream, time is a major part of the equation. Today, we focus on the value of time.
The investment world is off to a rough start in 2022. Since the beginning of the year, most of the major stock market indexes are now in correction territory. The S&P 500 is down nearly 14%. The more technology-heavy NASDAQ composite continues to flirt with "bear market" status. It is down more than 18%.
The 401k is one of the best tools you can use to save for retirement. Payroll deductions make it an easy and automatic way to save and invest for your future. But there is a small problem. How do you know which funds to use? Some plans offer very few choices, and others may offer hundreds. Today we discuss what factors go into your decision when picking the funds in your 401k.