Entries by Karen Dzierzynski

VETERANS FROM ALL ERAS ARE REACTING TO THE EVENTS IN AFGHANISTAN, SUCH AS THE US WITHDRAWAL AND THE TAKEOVER OF THE TALIBAN

Veterans may question the meaning of their service or whether it was worth the sacrifices they made. They may feel more moral distress about experiences they had during their service. It’s normal to feel that way. Talk with your friends and families, reach out to battle buddies, connect with a peer-to-peer network, or sign up […]

Market Insights for August 2, 2021

The stock market posted small losses last week despite a very strong showing by corporate America. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 0.36%, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 lost 0.37%. The Nasdaq Composite index dropped 1.11% for the week. The MSCI EAFE index, which tracks developed overseas stock markets, jumped 1.51%.1,2,3 Stocks Take a […]

Countdown to College

As a parent, you of course want to give your child the best opportunity for success, and for many, attending the “right” university or college is that opportunity. Unfortunately, being accepted to the college of one’s choice may not be as easy as it once was. Additionally, the earlier you consider how you expect to […]

Mid-Year Financial Check-up

With June officially behind us, it’s time to face the facts: we’re headed toward the second half of 2021. While there’s still plenty of time to enjoy the rest of summer, we encourage you to slow down and check up on your financial well-being. Review your budget: Your spending habits likely look different now than […]

Long-Term IRA Planning for Long-Term Care

Money saved and invested in IRAs and qualified plans can grow tax-deferred to generate income later in life. While retirees would like to enjoy the pursuits that make their hearts content, they must also expend money on physical maintenance. Besides unfortunate events and extreme longevity, healthcare is the third significant unsystematic retirement risk. It is […]