Gauging the economic and market impact of the storm. Hurricane Sandy’s fury has exacted a considerable and tragic toll. Even with the relief efforts now underway, it will be some time before things return to normal in many communities. How has Sandy impacted Main Street, Wall...
WEEKLY QUOTE“To conquer fear is the beginning of wisdom.” - Bertrand Russell WEEKLY TIP Your will, trust and powers of attorney should be reviewed regularly, once a year if possible. Time can alter priorities and intentions. WEEKLY RIDDLE Einstein’s Riddle: A man meets a bear in a...
WEEKLY QUOTE“You can only perceive real beauty in a person as they get older.” - Anouk Aimée WEEKLY TIP If you gift stock to help your student pay some college costs, be careful – if the gain is too large from the sale, your child’s unearned income...
WEEKLY QUOTE“No rational argument will have a rational effect on a man who does not want to adopt a rational attitude.” - Karl Popper WEEKLY TIP This is the time of year to get your “tax file” ready. Start a file in which you can compile your W-2s,...
WEEKLY QUOTE“Life can only be understood backwards, but it must be lived forwards.” - Soren Kierkegaard WEEKLY TIP If you’re shopping for a homeowner policy, feel free to ask for a discount. If you can demonstrate that you are taking steps to reduce risk, you may be...
WEEKLY QUOTE“Complexity is your enemy. Any fool can make something complicated. It is hard to keep things simple.” - Richard Branson WEEKLY TIP Never leave money on the table when it comes to your 401(k) or 403(b). If your employer offers to match contributions, strive to contribute...
WEEKLY QUOTE“Treasure the love you receive above all. It will survive long after your good health has vanished.” - Og Mandino WEEKLY TIP The fine print on a lease or a mortgage is always worth reading. Ask the business owners and homeowners who have learned this from experience. WEEKLY RIDDLE How...
WEEKLY QUOTE“Every exit is an entry somewhere else.” - Tom Stoppard WEEKLY TIP Think about making a household budget using an online spreadsheet. You can easily find or create one on the Web for free; some even have built-in calculators. WEEKLY RIDDLE What lives above a star but never...
What factors might influence the Fed in the near future? Here’s a trivia question for you: when was the last time the Federal Reserve raised the benchmark U.S. interest rate? The answer: June 29, 2006. On that day, the federal funds rate hit 5.25%. It has declined...
WEEKLY QUOTE“I have never let my schooling interfere with my education.” - Samuel Clemens WEEKLY TIP Most homeowner insurance policies do not cover damage from floods and earthquakes. You will need to purchase separate coverage for protection from those calamities. WEEKLY RIDDLE What 9-letter word remains an English word...