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Innovation tailwinds are driving stock market valuations due to AI, and bond yields have reached their highest levels in decades. The future looks bright with numerous opportunities for investors.
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Innovation tailwinds are driving stock market valuations due to AI, and bond yields have reached their highest levels in decades. The future looks bright with numerous opportunities for investors.
As Americans, we often pride ourselves on our independence, self-sufficiency, and living the American Dream. However, one thing that can hold us back from truly living our full potential is debt.
In finance, most investors are men. However, the number of women pouring money into investments is rising and it’s important to understand their differences. Both genders aim to grow wealth, but their approaches and concerns can vary – a lot.
The equity markets posted a strong February based on solid earnings releases for 2023 and the perception that the FOMC’s next move will be to reduce short-term interest rates. Now, while we welcome the commencement of a “goldilocks environment,” a significant looming risk factor makes us more nuanced in the future trajectory of returns across most risk assets.
Spring is the prime season for homebuyers. The warmer weather, blooming flowers, and longer days make it the perfect time to start the search for a new home.
As people approach their golden years, Social Security benefits can create confusion. Here are essential features of Social Security to consider when planning for retirement.
The S&P 500 surged over 26% in 2023. Even bonds showed signs of life, rising almost 6% as interest rates declined late in the year. Everyone wonders what comes next. While we can’t predict the market’s short-term direction, if we let history be our guide, a strong return one year doesn’t mean bad returns the next year.
Marti has over 12 years as a fiduciary advisor specializing in working with people close to retirement or already retired. Her primary focus is on creating income plans that maximize their benefits in the most tax-efficient manner. In fact, Marti always considers taxation when advising clients.
Understanding her client’s temperament for risk, Marti helps design customized and trackable plans. Working at Trajan Wealth suits her because “being a fiduciary advisor allows me to offer unbiased advice without an agenda or judgment.” She takes a lot of time to learn about her clients. “I learn their hopes and dreams, what they want their life to include, and if they want to leave a legacy when they pass. What is important to them allows me to build a financial plan that is much more meaningful.”
Her approachable personality comes along with high-powered credentials. Over the years, Marti has had many speaking engagements and co-hosted a financial talk radio show on 105.1FM, “The Big Talker.”