When most people dream about retirement, they picture spending time with family, traveling, or finally doing the hobbies they love. But even the best retirement plan can run into problems if you are not prepared.¹ The good news is that...
For generations, Americans have been told that the safest place for their money is the bank. In many respects, that statement is true. The U.S. banking system is one of the most heavily regulated financial systems in the world, and...
If you have money saved in a Traditional IRA or an old 401(k), you've probably heard of something called a Required Minimum Distribution, or RMD. While many people know they have to take money out eventually, there is much more...
For decades, the traditional retirement age has hovered around 65, and the IRS generally imposes a 10% penalty on withdrawals from tax-advantaged retirement accounts before age 59½. However, many Americans are choosing to leave the workforce much earlier—whether at age...
Many people spend decades saving for retirement, contributing to their 401(k), IRA, or other investment accounts with the hope that everything will work out when they finally stop working. But accumulating assets is only one piece of the puzzle. The...
When most people think about retirement, they envision the enjoyable years of travel, hobbies, spending time with family, and pursuing interests they may have postponed during their working careers. Financial planning often focuses on accumulating assets and generating income to...
Every election cycle, Americans hear a familiar promise: tax the rich and the nation's fiscal problems will be solved. The argument is simple and emotionally appealing. Billionaires have accumulated enormous wealth, millionaires continue to prosper, and many Americans believe the...
The United States has operated with budget deficits for many years, but the pace at which federal debt has grown over the last several years has raised concerns among economists, policymakers, and retirees alike. In simple terms, a budget deficit...
For years Americans were told inflation was “temporary.” Then they were told inflation was “coming down.” But for most families standing in the grocery aisle, shopping for clothes, or making a car payment, the reality feels very different. The reason...
Market leadership is undergoing a clear transition, and the focus is no longer limited to the “Magnificent Seven.” With 2026 revealing broader sector participation, strengthening mid-cap performance, and renewed traction in small caps, investors may need to reevaluate how they...
