Dec 30, 2024 | Weekly Wrap-Up
Over 20% of Americans have a financial resolution on their list for 2025. While this is great – you may have the most success by not making large, overwhelming promises to yourself. Instead, resolve to do just one or two specific things that will start to...
Dec 5, 2024 | Weekly Wrap-Up
How Experts Predict the Market May React in 2025 Three widely respected stock-market metrics are signaling potential trouble ahead. Between Inauguration Day 2021 and Election Day 2024, the S&P 500 (SPX) rose an impressive 51%. However, with the S&P 500...
Oct 10, 2024 | Weekly Wrap-Up
As open enrollment season approaches, it’s the perfect time to review your employee benefits and healthcare coverage for the coming year. This period offers a valuable opportunity to adjust your plans and ensure you’re fully covered with the right...
Sep 26, 2024 | Weekly Wrap-Up
Refinancing activity is up, but buyers are playing the waiting game. Mortgage rates ticked down for the third week in a row, but buyers are taking their time before they jump in. The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.08% as of Sept. 26. That’s the lowest...
Sep 19, 2024 | Weekly Wrap-Up
On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve cut the Fed Funds rate by 0.50%, the largest reduction in 16 years, bringing the key rate to 4.75%-5%. While this move is expected to lower borrowing costs for consumers, the impact on monthly payments may not be immediate. According...
Sep 13, 2024 | Weekly Wrap-Up
You might be feeling the pinch (what an understatement!) of inflation and the effect it’s had on your vacations and getaways. Vacations are a chance to relax, recharge, and make lasting memories, but without proper planning, the costs can quickly get out of hand....
