Is the Stock Market Too High?

In less than three months, the S&P 500 has broken through five market high milestones on five separate occasions1. As prices continue to climb, investors have become concerned that the stock market is too expensive.  As of March 25, 2024, the S&P 500 costs...

The State of Social Security Benefits

Earlier this year, the Social Security Board of Trustees released their annual report on the solvency of Social Security benefits.  Over several years, the Board of Trustees has continued to report on funding issues for fulfilling long-term benefits.  Unfortunately,...

Estate Planning – Don’t Leave Home Without It

It is both easy and convenient to ignore the harsh truth of mortality.  While we try to focus on the good things in life and living in the present, acknowledging the inevitable throws a silencing wrench into our plans.  It cuts things short, causes disruptions, and...

Why Am I Doing This Again?

Through June 28th, the S&P 500 Index has tallied a -20% return over 68 negative trading days this year1.  With each additional negative day in the markets, investor confidence continues to erode.  As the emotional toll builds, it reaches a terminal velocity where...