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06 Aug 2020
Impact Of COVID-19 On Schools And 529 Plans
The COVID-19 crisis has changed the entire social system and functioning. Schools, in this regard, have been the worst hit with no certainty on when they can resume operations. While educational institutions remain closed, many may fear that they might not be able to survive the pandemic due to lack of funds. In such times, […]
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01 Aug 2020
Transitioning From A Saver To A Spender In Retirement
Studies suggest that it takes 21 days to form a habit. This is why financial advisors often ask their clients to steadily save for at least a month to get into the habit of saving regularly. As hard as it is to build habits, it is equally tough to get rid of them. When people […]
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28 Jul 2020
Do You Need to Rejig Your Financial Plan Because of the COVID-19 Crisis?
The global pandemic of COVID-19 has spiked volatility and given rise to several grave concerns. Its impact on the health and mental well-being of people is one side of it. The other equally serious implication is on the financial health of the economy. The world is facing a financial crisis for which no one was […]
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14 Jul 2020
Things To Know About The Paycheck Protection Program
The impact of the COVID-19 crisis has been drastic all around the world. The pandemic shrunk markets and caused considerable loss to the overall economy. The major impact of the novel coronavirus situation has been on small and medium scale businesses. Without a solid foundation, these units have struggled to stay afloat in these times. […]
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10 Jul 2020
5 Things You Can Do to Make Better Investments During Challenging Market Conditions
Market volatility can be a matter of serious concern. Challenging market conditions affect the value of investments and often cause significant losses. Such as, in COVID-19, the S&P 500, Dow Jones, or Nasdaq saw a 10% fall until mid-March, 2020. But, if there is a sound investment plan in place, market volatility usually is a […]
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02 Jul 2020
3 Bad Financial Habits That Can Endanger Your Retirement Plan
The road to retirement seems straightforward and simple. One needs to have a steady job, save as much as possible, invest in safe stocks and bonds, and keep their expenses in check. However, despite knowing these basics, not all people reach the finish line with flying colors. Many struggle to keep up with these habits. […]
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29 Jun 2020
10 Financial Planning Actions to Consider During an Economic Crisis
An economic crisis is a situation where a country experiences a financial plunge. It affects the GDP value, as well as reduces liquidity in the system. It also causes drastic market fluctuations and can lead to inflation or deflation. What is more startling is the lack of preparedness to tackle such situations, causing further economic […]
1 Min Read
18 Jun 2020
Why are stocks recovering as the economy declines?
Optimism. It isn’t something many Americans have been able to hold onto during this COVID-19 financial crisis. From small business shutdowns, record-high unemployment levels, and the launch of the largest economic relief effort ever passed in US history under the CARES Act, there has been little for the country to rally for since mid-February. However, […]
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15 Jun 2020
4 Things You Can Learn from COVID-19 to Improve Your Retirement Plan
COVID-19 has affected the global community. With more than 6.6 million cases around the world, the pandemic has caused many serious implications. The impact has not only been on the physical or mental health of people but has also affected their financial well-being. The crisis has become one of the most critical challenges faced by […]
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11 Jun 2020
Portfolio Assumptions That Can Harm Your Financial Planning
The accuracy of your financial plans is a huge determinant of how your life will be post-retirement. To plan with precision, you need to make certain assumptions, some driven by facts and others based on cautious judgment. However, in both scenarios, the assumptions need to be as close to reality as possible for financial planning […]
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10 Jun 2020
How can Financial Advisors Help you with Navigating the Post Covid-19 Economy?
The coronavirus outbreak has affected humans in many ways. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought with it not only a health crisis but also a situation that impacts society, life, economy, and the future of the world. However, there is a bright side to everything, and people have a lot to learn from their current circumstances. […]
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08 Jun 2020
The Effect of COVID-19 on Retirement Planning
For those who do not have a retirement plan in place, this might be the right time to make one. With many uncertainties lurking around, the formulation of a concrete retirement strategy has become a necessity. The idea behind a retirement plan is to secure the future and make sure that when one is not […]
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05 Jun 2020
Ways to Circumvent Short-Termism
Short-termism is defined as an investor’s extreme concentration on profits made on the basis of short-term analysis at the cost of long-term benefits. This short-sightedness of investors forces them to make decisions based on the quarterly and annual performance of stocks and companies. Short-termism also arises due to the boost in the number of available […]
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04 Jun 2020
Everything You Must Know About Over-Diversification in Your Portfolio
While generally, all investors would swear by the benefits of diversification in a portfolio, it is very critical to understand the thin line between diversification and over-diversification. It is easy to be overwhelmed by the influx of capital gains and reduced risk and make that momentary mistake of stretching the diversification strategy to the far-end. […]
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03 Jun 2020
Are Individual Bonds Safer than Bond Funds?
Individual bonds and bond funds are two fundamentally different instruments that work well in different market situations. Bonds are secure investments that generally come with a fixed return and in most cases, with a predetermined maturity amount. Bond funds or bond mutual funds, on the other hand, are mutual funds that invest exclusively in such […]
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