What is an inverted yield curve? Does it mean we’re heading for a recession? One key predictor of downturns in the economy is what is known as the yield curve. This typically refers to the [...]

Your long-term retirement strategies must account for inflation – or else... You hear it all the time: you should make sure your retirement savings at least keep pace with inflation to determine the purchasing power of [...]

Commodities tend to run in long cycles. A tremendous run-up in their prices peaked in 2011, which quickly depreciated into a rout. For much of 2021 and 2022, we’ve seen another monumental run-up in commodities. [...]

Don’t let public perceptions drive your investing because that’s speculating. On May 4th, the Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 50 basis points, as it stepped up its fight against the highest inflation we’ve seen [...]

MedPAC cautions that Medicare Advantage may worsen Medicare's sustainability. A Boomer Train Wreck is still on schedule as Baby boomers’ huge numbers and surprisingly shaky health threaten government benefits. More than 60 members of the [...]

Once you have provided for your own personal expenses and retirement, it may be time to consider how your money could benefit others. Giving away some of your money is a great way to support [...]

Donating to a cause you care about is rewarding. Unfortunately, not all charities are created equal. Taking the proper precautions before giving ensures that your donations go to the people and organizations you want to [...]

Women are making more financial decisions than ever before—especially among younger generations.1 Yet according to a Federal Reserve report, women are generally less comfortable than men when it comes to making retirement and investment decisions.2 [...]