The American consumer remained resilient in the face of heightened uncertainty in August, according to the latest retail sales report from the U.S. Census Bureau.
Financial Planning, Retirement
The End of Social Security: What it Means for Your Retirement
9/24/21 9:01 AM
The recent news of declining Social Security Administration funding has many Americans concerned for their retirement.
Small business owner optimism rebounded in August, according to the latest NFIB survey. Specifically, the headline sentiment gauge rose to 100.1 last month, the 2nd-highest reading of 2021 to date.
Insurance policies serve as a financial safeguard for your assets in the case of an accident. They are also an important component to any financial foundation.
The latest monthly job report from the U.S. Labor Department was recently released and it confirmed that the pandemic remains the greatest obstacle in the way of a full labor market recovery.
Starting a family is exciting, and when you begin to have children, you will likely adjust your savings goals, budgets, and the way you manage money. In addition to diapers, formula, clothing, and other daily baby essentials, there are also some other important costs you will need to consider before welcoming your new family member.
With consumer spending accounting for the bulk of U.S. economic output (GDP) it is worth again reviewing some of the recent developments related to this important component of the recovery.
Financial Planning, Retirement
Retire By 45: 5 Tips to Achieve Early Financial Freedom from The FIRE Movement
9/3/21 9:00 AM
Could you retire early? There are many who believe the age for retirement is most appropriately post-age 45. Surely, it’s possible with proper planning from the very beginning. But how?
The latest regional job report from the U.S. Department of Labor revealed that non-farm employment in America increased in 38 states in July, decreased nowhere, and was essentially unchanged everywhere else. As for joblessness, the unemployment rate fell in 17 states in July and was stable elsewhere.
Whether you’re creating a budget, saving for retirement, establishing a debt payoff plan, or sending your child to college, everyone can learn a thing or two when there are financial experts at your fingertips.
