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President Trump made tariffs on foreign countries a cornerstone of his “America First” campaign theme throughout the 2024 Election season. This week, he has announced 25% tariffs on Mexico and […]

Age 65 is a major transition for many individuals as they shift to thinking about retirement and begin to contemplate benefits like Social Security and Medicare. Retirement planning means you’ll

Despite President Trump’s pressure, economists expect the Fed to maintain current interest rates after they meet this week. The U.S. Federal Reserve is meeting this week to discuss interest rates,

You can take a loan from your 401(k) plan if necessary, but it runs the risk of jeopardizing your long-term retirement goals, so make sure to consider your options carefully.

During his first week in office, President Donald Trump issued several executive orders reshaping U.S. energy policy, reversing measures from the previous administration. Key actions included halting permits for new onshore and

Today’s investors face unique challenges. High inflation is eroding portfolio value, market volatility has made it more difficult than ever to predict returns and manage risk, and interest rates on bonds and savings accounts are historically

The past year has been a whirlwind for the mortgage industry. During the first week in January, the average 30-year mortgage rate was 6.62%, according to data from Freddie Mac. Rates continued

When it comes to planning for retirement, most Americans have some basic ideas about best practices. We commonly hear advice such as max out your 401(k), don’t spend frivolously right before

For decades, the 60/40 portfolio—a blend of 60% stocks and 40% bonds—has been seen as the gold standard for retirement planning.