What lies ahead?
The new year has just begun, but analysts are already forecasting a period of higher market volatility in 2015. Ed Easterling of Crestmont Research graphs the present situation and shows what investors can expect in the coming months.
Preparing to retire in a low-return environment
Intriguing subject matter relating to retirement was the topic of several sessions at the AICPA Advanced Personal Financial Planning Conference held January 19-21, 2015. This week we share some of the conference’s golden nuggets and
Life Satisfaction in Retirement
Intriguing subject matter relating to retirement was the topic of several sessions at the AICPA Advanced Personal Financial Planning Conference held January 19-21, 2015. This week we share some of the conference’s golden nuggets. What
What does ISIS have to do with the price of oil?
Last summer oil prices climbed to $110 per barrel amid an escalating insurgency in Iraq by a group called ISIS (Islamic State of Iraq and Syria). “Everybody knew” oil prices would remain elevated during the
Lessons our clients have taught us
Nearly every day keeps us busy dealing with interesting issues for wonderful clients. Often we are involved in critical and emotional issues at life intersections. Along the way clients teach us (in a good sort
The oil price plunge and what to make of it
Markets were rocked last week due to a dramatic drop in oil prices. This week we discuss what to make of it. The plunge in the price of oil should act like a shot of