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How does the presidential election affect our economy?
Up until the presidential election results of 2020 finally revealed Joe Biden as the president-elect, it was as if the entire nation had been holding its breath. The markets appeared to freeze in place, only geared to move once the nation clearly knew who had won. As the counts started revealing Biden as the winner, […]
How do ETF taxes work?
Ever since their arrival in 1993, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have been growing in popularity. They exploded in popularity after the recession in 2008. This is because ETFs are an excellent means for enhancing portfolios and generating wealth. However, taxes on ETFs can be a little confusing. It is important to spend some time learning how […]
Preparing for a financial emergency with an emergency savings fund
Picture this: You feel like everything in your life is in order. You and your family have a good home, good health, dependable transportation, and a decent paycheck to cover your living expenses and savings. Then disaster strikes. The car breaks down. The basement floods. Someone gets sick. Someone loses a job. We do not […]
The three types of liability insurance that business owners may need
Owning and operating a business can be a rewarding experience, but you need to be prepared for the risks that come with it. One of the greatest risks you are vulnerable to is a liability claim, which are legal actions seeking compensation for harm or wrongdoing caused by a business’s place of operations, products or […]
What is the average bear market length?
One of the best parts of making investments is watching them grow. While the U.S. stock market tends to enjoy long periods of growth, the market cannot always trend upward. Every now and then, it bears down. Bear markets can be scary, especially for new investors or investors with several short-term investments. However, for investors […]
How to manage finances after college
For many young adults, graduating from college is one of the first major milestones in life. However, for the students who graduate with a ton of debt or are not able to land that high-paying dream job right off the bat, you need to practice some careful financial planning. Your success is ultimately the success […]