As many investors learned during the tumultuous year of 2020 and the difficult markets of 2022, reliable financial and market advice has never been more valuable. And yet, when the markets are experiencing wild swings such as those we saw during the pandemic or falling into doldrums as they did last year, the headlines in the financial news media can make it hard to know which information is helpful and which you would be better off ignoring. Certainly, in an atmosphere of financial uncertainty, investors tend to be more concerned about their investments and what to do. This makes it vital to have confidence in your financial advisor.
Articles about the benefits of meditation are everywhere these days, and for good reason. The past few years have been unusually stressful, and people are looking for non-addictive, healthy ways to manage their stress and anxiety. Thus, I got interested in mindful investing.
There’s an often-quoted maxim regarding inherited wealth: “The first generation makes it; the second generation builds it; the third generation blows it.” Indeed, uncertainties around the next generation’s ability to exercise wise stewardship of family wealth have led to the drafting of many a trust document, many clauses in wills, and much misgiving in those who created or built the legacy that will be entrusted to those who may or may not be ready.
Even though the past few years have been a challenge for everyone in very personal and different ways, one commonality we all share is that these unusual times have reminded us to cherish what we do have and review/revise our life priorities.
As we head toward the end of this year and look with anticipation to the next, now is a great time to reevaluate your risk and determine if you are prepared for the new year and beyond. One question to ask yourself is whether you have protected your wealth from lawsuits or large claims that are not adequately covered under your current auto and homeowner’s policies. If you have not, you may want to consider adding an umbrella insurance policy.
Social Security is a critically important part of your overall financial and retirement plan that will be around for generations to come. The decision to claim or delay benefits should be carefully considered.
Like many people, I’m coming out of the pandemic much more aware about how fragile life is and how important it is to stay on top of one’s health. Similar to investments, we don’t always know what’s on the horizon, but what we can do is focus on the things we can control.
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Secure Act 2.0 – What’s In It For Me?
At the end of December Congress passed a bill (signed by President Biden) authorizing roughly $1.7 trillion in new Federal spending.