The Nation’s Largest Asset Markets – Asset Allocation
A survey conducted by the Federal Reserve found that assets in the United States have risen in value over the past few years, as equity...
Countries That The U.S. Has A Trade Surplus With – International Trade
The U.S. currently struggles with massive imports and trade deficits with 23 of the top 30 trading partners worldwide. However, optimism arises from the nine...
Verifying RMDs – Year End Tax Planning
With the end of the year approaching, it is important to be certain that all required minimum distributions (RMDs) have been taken from retirement accounts....
Macro Economic Overview / December 2024
Financial markets and analysts are anxiously awaiting cabinet and agency appointees by the incoming administration, which shape policy and the possible direction of various sectors....
Typical Homebuyers Are Getting Older – Housing Market Overview
The age of a typical homebuyer in the U.S. jumped to an all time high of 56 in 2024. Data released by the National Association...
Rates Becoming More Contingent On Data – Fixed Income Update
Treasury yields fell following the nomination of Scott Bessent as Treasury Secretary, who is a proponent of reducing federal debt as well as reducing Treasury...
FEMA Strains From Natural Disasters – Government Program Update
Following a multitude of natural disasters over the past few years, FEMA has been under increasing strain to make payouts to those that have lost...
Optimism Elevates Equity Indexes – Domestic Stock Overview
Equity markets reacted to election results as expectations rose that deregulation and corporate tax cuts would be part of the incoming administration’s agenda. Major equity...
Where Taxes May Head & The Future of The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act – Tax Policy
What taxes may look like heading into 2025 will be a challenge for individual taxpayers. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), which passed in...
Subscription Cancellations Are Now Easier Due To New FTC Rule – Regulations
In order to address the difficulty and annoyance of canceling unwanted subscriptions and memberships, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) adopted new rules to protect consumers...