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Why A Buy-And-Hold Strategy Can Hold You Back In A Low-Interest Environment
In his latest Forbes Finance Council article, Aaron Cirksena, Founder & CEO of MDRN Capital, challenges the traditional buy-and-hold investment strategy in today’s low-interest environment. He explores why sticking with the status quo may limit opportunity and outlines more dynamic approaches to help investors stay flexible and responsive. This forward-thinking piece encourages a fresh look at portfolio strategy in changing market conditions.
Read MoreOp-Ed: Who says Trump will gut Social Security
In a recent Center Square opinion article analyzing the political landscape and future of Social Security, Aaron Cirksena, CEO of MDRN Capital, offers financial insight into the proposed 21% increase in the Social Security budget. Cirksena explains that the surge is “largely due to more Boomers retiring and inflation-driven cost-of-living adjustments,” while forecasting that future growth will level off as COLA adjustments stabilize. His commentary adds financial clarity to one of the nation’s most hotly debated retirement programs.
Read MoreLife Insurance As An Investment: Pros And Cons For Retirement Planning
In his latest Forbes Finance Council article, Aaron Cirksena, Founder & CEO of MDRN Capital, explores the strategic use of life insurance in retirement planning. He delves into the benefits, such as tax-free death benefits and potential cash value accumulation, as well as the drawbacks, including higher premiums and policy complexities. This insightful piece provides a balanced perspective to help you determine if incorporating life insurance into your retirement strategy aligns with your financial goals.
Read MoreDuring Market Turmoil, Retirees Need to Focus on Principal Protection. This Advisor Explains How
Aaron Cirksena, founder of MDRN Capital, saw his parents lose capital during the 2007-09 recession. He wants to protect clients from the same mistakes.
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Episode 204: Retirement Readiness: Key Advice for a Secure Future
Are you prepared for the journey back down the mountain of life as you approach retirement? Discover the crucial steps to secure your financial future with insights from an expert.
Watch NowAmericans fight with rising cost of living | Morning in America
From the grocery store to the gas station, budgets are getting tighter across America as inflation cools ever so slowly. The new Consumer Price Index report for April will be released Wednesday, which many analysts believe could come in hotter than expected — even though inflation has fallen since its peak of 9.1 percent in June of 2022.
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