Using the History of Bear Markets and Recessions as a Guide

As stocks continue to flirt with bear market territory, many investors are understandably concerned about a possible recession.

Will an Inheritance Affect a College Student’s Financial Aid?

Each year, around 86 percent of college students obtain some form of financial aid. In order to receive financial aid from the government, all students must fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, otherwise known as the FAFSA.

Week in Review: S&P 500 Briefly Enters Bear Territory

The S&P 500 fell 3.1% this week, which featured disappointing corporate updates and economic data that stoked growth concerns.

3 Myths About Bonds in a Rising Rate Environment

From our friends at Visual Capitalist - here is a great infographic illustrating three pervasive myths about bonds in a rising rate environment.

Have the Rules Changed?

For some investors, there seems to be a constant struggle of wondering whether the rules of investing have changed.

Week in Review: S&P 500 Almost a Bear

Each of the major indices fell more than 2.0% this week, as the market remained pressured by growth concerns, heightened volatility, and downwards momentum.

Medicare’s Premiums and Important Dates

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have released the Medicare Part A and Part B premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance amounts.

Nothing Worth Doing is Easy

Perhaps nothing summarizes the investor experience in 2022 better than the old quote that "nothing worth doing is easy."

Dividend Stocks to Fight Inflation, Rate Hikes?

Inflation in the US has surged to the highest level in nearly 40 years, reaching 8.5% in March 2022. This, coupled with the US Federal Reserve’s decision to raise interest rates, has alarmed many investors.

Week in Review: All Over the Place

The stock market started May with a volatile week that produced losses for the major averages. And it was a wild ride.

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