It wasn’t so long ago that many investors regarded dividends as roughly the financial equivalent of a record turntable at a gathering of MP3 users — a throwback to an earlier era, irrelevant to the real action. But fast-forward a few years, and things look a little different. Since 2003, when the top federal income … Read more
With the wide variety of stocks in the market, figuring out which ones you may want to invest in can be a challenging task. Many investors feels its useful to have a system for finding stocks that might be worth buying, deciding what price to pay, and identifying when a stock should be sold. Bull … Read more
When you want to invest, there is always somewhere to put your money. However, if you’re considering paying off debts too, most notably your mortgage, the question then becomes: Where is the best place to put your money – your mortgage or the market? Here are some important factors to consider. If You Want to … Read more
With the new year approaching, it’s good to know where the landscape of the U.S. healthcare system is in 2023. The influx of hedge funds purchasing hospitals left and right is changing the primary care structure. For example, the employment of physicians has increased by 19% over the last 3 years. Some argue the reasons … Read more
There is plenty to learn and understand in the financial world when it comes to managing personal wealth. You don’t have to do it all on your own. Working with an experienced financial advisor is always recommended, but it helps to have a foundation of terminology, so you are clear on the best ways to … Read more
Medical professionals go through their career in stages – intern to resident to fellowship and, for some, starting a practice. There are many directions for a medical career to take, but no matter where you end up in your field, financial security is always a critical consideration. It’s a relief to have a premier financial … Read more
At one time, the typical American family looked like this: a breadwinner father who commuted a short distance to work and earned a very good living, and a stay-at-home mother who took care of the kids and family home with aplomb. Life seemed easy and manageable, with plenty of time for family meals, parent relaxation, and important life lesson discussions, and little … Read more
Regardless of whether you prepare your taxes yourself or use a professional’s services, it’s a good idea to gather the information and documentation you need well in advance of your actual tax filing date. Below, we’ve listed some key information you need when preparing this year’s taxes. YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION The personal information you may … Read more
Firm Transactions Private equity firms have taken a large stake in the U.S health care system in recent years with acquisitions of hundreds of hospitals in the country. These buyouts have reached record highs in recent years, in 2017 alone there were 440 transactions valued at 52 billion. The following year that record would be … Read more
Nearly 7 million Americans aged 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s dementia today. This number is predicted to increase to 13.8 million by 2060 unless there is some type of medical breakthrough that slows down the disease or outright cures it. Alzheimer’s remains the fifth-leading cause of death among Americans aged 65 and older … Read more
INSURANCEREAD TIME: 3 MIN Did you know that… Sixty-one percent of American workers have no private short-term disability insurance.1,2 Sixty-seven percent of working people in the U.S. lack private long-term disability coverage.1,2 Forty-eight percent of Americans have no life insurance.3,4 Approximately 14 percent of American drivers are uninsured.5 If you ask a homeowner, replacing a … Read more
INVESTMENTREAD TIME: 2 MIN YOUR SHIFTING RISK TOLERANCE When you created your investment strategy, your asset allocation should have reflected your goals, time horizon, and tolerance for risk. But over time, any of those three factors may have changed, and your portfolio may now need adjustments to reflect your new investing priorities. It’s important to … Read more
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