Corporate earnings reports typically offer valuable insights into business performance, but this earnings cycle holds particular significance given ongoing tariff policies. Despite major equity indices hitting record levels amid more stable trade relations, questions...
One of the most commonly cited strategies in retirement planning is the 4% rule—a guideline intended to help retirees avoid outliving their savings. It’s simple, easy to remember, and has been used for decades. But does it still hold up today? What Is the 4% Rule? The...
Following extensive deliberations, Congress has enacted comprehensive tax and spending legislation that President Trump signed into law on Independence Day, which is known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill” Act (or OBBBA). This sweeping budget encompasses...
Planning for long-term care is one of the most overlooked aspects of retirement. It’s uncomfortable to think about, but the financial impact of needing extended care later in life can be substantial—and potentially devastating to your savings or your family’s...
Following years of diligent saving and prudent investing, transferring accumulated wealth to the next generation eventually becomes a paramount concern. This is the essence of wealth transfer planning. Many investors generally begin their initial planning by...
In a historic move, the Social Security Fairness Act became law, marking a transformative shift in how those with pensions across the United States access their Social Security benefits. For decades, provisions like the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the...