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4 Steps to Take if You Want to Retire in 10 Years
We always say that the earlier you begin your retirement planning, the better. Having said that, a lot of people simply don’t think about retirement until the time gets closer. If you’re hoping to retire [...]
Early Retirement Can Be Possible for Some Smart Savers
For every retiree who says things are going according to plans, you can find another who says they retired earlier or later than expected. Often those early retirement situations involved job market conditions, disability, or [...]
Can Cryptocurrency Comprise Part of Your Retirement Plan?
Back in 2010, when Bitcoin first came onto the scene, who would have thought such an innovative but strange product would have achieved such success? Actually, a few people did predict exactly that! And with [...]
6 False Beliefs That Too Many People Have About Retirement
It’s easy to dream about the future, but it’s much more difficult to make a realistic plan to achieve those dreams. This is true of any stage in life. But when it comes to retirement, [...]
What’s the Most Common Retiree Debt?
We often remind our clients that entering retirement without debt is one of the smartest steps you can take. Not only is debt stressful and costly; you’ll enjoy your retirement income much more if you [...]
Why You Must Plan for Out-of-Pocket Medical Expenses in Retirement
During the retirement planning process, many clients are surprised to learn that Medicare won’t cover all of their medical costs. Yes, we all pay for the program and expect to enroll at age 65, but [...]
Affinity “Mark” et Minute – April 28, 2021
Investment Commentary – April 28, 2021 Year to Date Market Indices as of April 28, 2021 • Dow 33,873 (11.34%) • S&P 4,189 (10.26%) • NASDAQ 14,086 (7.96%) • Gold $1,768 (-6.96%) • OIL $63.70 [...]
Affinity “Mark” et Minute – April 20, 2021
Investment Commentary – April 20, 2021 Year to Date Market Indices as of April 20, 2021 • Dow 32,627 (11.34%) • S&P 3,913 (10.26%) • NASDAQ 13,215 (7.96%) • Gold $1,768 (-6.96%) • OIL $63.70 [...]
Affinity “Mark” et Minute – April 14, 2021
Investment Commentary – April 14, 2021 Year to Date Market Indices as of April 14, 2021 • Dow 33,677 (10.03%) • S&P 4,141 (10.26%) • NASDAQ 13,996 (8.60%) • Gold $1,709 (-10.12%) • OIL $61.65 [...]
Affinity “Mark” et Minute – April 7, 2021
Investment Commentary –April 7th, 2021 Year to Date Market Indices as of April 7th 2021 • Dow 32,627 (9.23%) • S&P 3,913 (8.46%) • NASDAQ 13,215 (6.29%) • Gold $1,709 (-10.12%) • OIL $61.65 (27.26%) [...]
Affinity “Mark” et Minute – March 31, 2021
Investment Commentary – March 31, 2021 Year to Date Market Indices as of March 31, 2021 • Dow 33,171 (8.38%) • S&P 3,971 (5.72%) • NASDAQ 13,059 (1.33%) • Gold $1,709 (-10.12%) • OIL $61.65 [...]
Affinity “Mark” et Minute – March 24, 2021
Investment Commentary – March 24, 2021 Year to Date Market Indices as of March 24, 2021 • Dow 32,627 (5.94%) • S&P 3,913 (4.11%) • NASDAQ 13,215 (2.63%) • Gold $1,731 (-9.02%) • OIL $59.27 [...]