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Will you outlive your retirement income? Are your financial expectations for the coming year realistic?

Our financial newsletters are designed to provide helpful information on a wide variety of financial topics. Simply click on one of the newsletter topics below to read the article in its entirety.

May

  • Diversifying with Market Caps

    The S&P 500 Index ended 2022 down 19.4%. Midsize and smaller companies also lost ground but generally held their value better than large companies. This article explains why holding stocks in companies of different sizes can help diversify a portfolio.

  • Keep an Eye Out for IRS-Related Scams

    Although IRS scams are especially prevalent during tax season, they also take place throughout the year. This article identifies some common tax scams and offers tips to help avoid becoming a victim.

  • Social Security Offers Benefits from Birth Through Old Age

    The bulk of Social Security benefits go to retirees, but Social Security is much more than a retirement program. This article outlines other types of Social Security benefits.

  • Municipal Bonds: A Tax-Advantaged Way to Put Capital to Work

    Muni bonds and tax-exempt funds have long been a mainstay in the portfolios of income-focused investors who want to manage their tax burdens.

  • Bear Market Emotions: Strategy vs. Reaction

    Staying disciplined in building a well-constructed portfolio over time can help carry investors through the market’s rough spots.

April

  • Time for a Spring Cleanup: Organizing Your Financial Records

    Spring is a good time to clean out and organize financial records. This article offers guidelines on how long different types of records need to be retained.

  • Retiring in a Down Market? Don’t Panic

    Market volatility makes most investors nervous, but a big downturn can be especially disturbing to those who are approaching retirement or newly retired. This article presents three fundamental concepts that may help investors keep market movements in perspective and maintain their focus on long-term goals.