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Weekly Market Commentary

Weekly Market Commentary

The major US equity market indices forged another set of all-time highs as investors went all in on risk assets after the Federal Reserve announced a twenty-five basis point cut to its policy rate and telegraphed the potential for three more cuts by January 2026. The...
The 4% Rule: How Much Can You Spend in Retirement?

The 4% Rule: How Much Can You Spend in Retirement?

How much can you spend without running out of money? The 4% rule is a popular rule of thumb, but you can do better. Here are guidelines for finding your personalized spending rate. You’ve worked hard to save for retirement, and now you’re ready to turn...
Weekly Market Commentary

Weekly Market Commentary

US equity indices posted another set of all-time highs as investors increased expectations for three, twenty-five basis point rate cuts by year’s end.  Inflation data reported for the week essentially gave the Fed the green light for a September rate cut....
Fixed Index Annuity

Fixed Index Annuity

What Is a Fixed Index Annuity? A fixed index annuity is a financial product whose terms are defined by a contract between you and an insurance company. It features characteristics of both fixed annuities and variable annuities. Fixed index annuities are also referred...
Weekly Market Commentary

Weekly Market Commentary

Investors sent the S&P 500 to another all-time high in a holiday-shortened week of trading.  President Trump started the week by asking the Supreme Court to expedite a hearing to challenge the International Trade Court and the Federal Court of Appeals rulings that...
Why Annuities May Be a Safer Bet in 2025

Why Annuities May Be a Safer Bet in 2025

Many people decide to claim their Social Security benefit when they retire. You may be one of them. It could be that you need the money, or maybe you want to invest it in the hope that it grows. While these can be good options depending on your needs and preferences,...