Blog categorized as Economy

What the Inflation Reduction Act Means For You

08/22/2022 02:53 PM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)

Now signed into law, here are the top three way you can benefit from the Inflation Reduction Act.

Interest Rates Went Up, But Markets Rallied Anyway. Is the Bear Market Over?

07/28/2022 02:13 PM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)

Interest rates are up, GDP is down, and the economy might be in a recession. Still, stocks and crypto rallied. Does that mean the bear market is over?

How Rising Interest Rates Could Affect You

03/28/2022 08:25 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)

The Fed is poised to make multiple interest rate increases the year. Find out how they can affect you.

The Stock Market and the Economy Are Not the Same: A Guide to Understanding the Difference

02/25/2022 08:24 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)

Stocks have been up — but unemployment has also risen. Why is that? Here, we break down the major differences between the stock market and the economy.

Quarterly Thoughts: Q3 2021

10/18/2021 08:00 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)

It’s typical to think of capital markets as nothing more than constructions for conducting commerce and making money. That they tend to do over time.

Did You Know Sept. 8 Is International Literacy Day? Here's How Literacy Impacts the Economy

09/08/2021 08:14 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)

There is a strong connection between the economy and literacy. This article examines how the two are connected, as well as some ways to improve them both.

Understanding Inflation in 2021: What Investors Need to Know

08/26/2021 10:24 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)

Did you know people are Googling the word "Inflation" at a record-breaking rate? If the economic uncertainty of the past year has you scratching your head as well, here's what you need to know about inflation and your investments.

Is Inflation Haunting Your Financial Dreams?, Part 2: What We Can Do About It

07/05/2021 08:00 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)

For investors, it’s important to take a step back and look at the big picture before acting on breaking news. But what if inflation does get out of hand, and stays that way for a while?

Is Inflation Haunting Your Financial Dreams?, Part 1: What We Know

06/21/2021 08:00 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)

Has the specter of inflation got you spooked? First and foremost, we caution against succumbing to fear or panic in the face of inflation. As usual, careful planning remains your best guide.

What Issues Should I Consider During a Recession or Market Downturn?

06/15/2020 09:39 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)

The coronavirus pandemic began as a public health concern, but it didn’t take much time before the spreading outbreak began to raise troubling economic questions and talk of a looming recession.