October 16, 2017 Weekly Economic Update
Two economic indicators stood out last week. Retail purchases rose 1.6% during September as households and businesses replaced cars damaged in hurricanes.
Actively Managed 401(k)s
While some investors manage their 401(k)s themselves, others may seek having their retirement plan assets actively and professionally managed.
October 9, 2017 Weekly Economic Newsletter
The Department of Labor’s September employment report revealed the impact of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma: it showed 33,000 fewer people working.
Q3 2017 Quarterly Economic Update
The S&P 500 rose 3.96% over three months, getting a lift from upbeat manufacturing and consumer confidence readings as well as earnings news.
October 2017 Monthly Economic Update
September brought two terrible natural disasters and more threats of war on America, and the broad benchmark rose 1.93% and topped 2,500 for the first time.
The Pros & Cons of Roth IRA Conversions
What are the potential benefits? What are the drawbacks? If you own a traditional IRA, perhaps you have thought about converting it to a Roth IRA.
Will Debt Spoil Too Many Retirements?
The key points of retirement planning are easily stated. Start saving and investing early in life. Save and invest consistently.
October 2, 2017 Weekly Economic Update
PERSONAL SPENDING BARELY IMPROVES – Consumer spending increased by only a seasonally adjusted 0.1% in August, while consumer incomes rose 0.2%.
Avoiding the Cybercrooks
How can you plan to avoid cyberattacks and other attempts to take your money over the Internet? Be wary, and if attacked, respond quickly.
Health Care Costs Are Cutting into Retirement Preparations
The average 65-year-old retiring couple can now expect to pay more than $250,000 in health care expenses during the rest of their lives.
