With inflation putting pressure on consumers, steps to relieve the strain and save money are at a premium. Well, good news! Due to the rapid increase in home values over the last few years, many homeowners now have an opportunity to improve their cash flow by eliminating their Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI). With PMI costing […]
It is no secret that the stock market and bond market have both taken big hits this year. The Federal Reserve is on a tear with raising interest rates in an effort to tamp down inflation. So far this year, the Fed has raised rates 5 times, but inflation continues to persist. Last week’s Consumer […]
Are you currently on Medicare or planning to enroll in Medicare this year? Now is the time to act because the open enrollment period is LIVE. It’s always a good rule of thumb to review your current plan to ensure you are on the best plan for your specific health and financial situation. Plus, making […]
By The Welch Group As you plan out your comprehensive, diversified financial strategy, taxes will always be a consideration. Capital gains taxes are taxes you pay on the gains of your investments, such as if your home increases in equity or your investments increase. How much you pay in capital gains taxes depends on how […]
In last week’s article, 4th Quarter investment success, we discussed several ways to position your portfolio for year-end planning. We reviewed strategies that included rebalancing between/within asset classes, tax loss harvesting, and the IRA to Roth IRA Conversion. We’ll now go into additional detail with IRA to Roth IRA conversions, as it is an underutilized […]
The broader capital markets struggled through the first three quarters of the year, but despite all the volatility, there are some tactical moves that can help you take advantage of this environment. Depending on your current investment strategy, here are a few potential moves that you can review for 4th quarter success. For weekly insights, […]
Albert Einstein once said, “Compounding interest is the eighth wonder of the world. He who understands it, earns it; he who doesn’t, pays it”. There is a magic to investing that many people never learn. Unfortunately, this usually results in mediocre financial success at best. In fact, about 97% of all workers never accumulate enough money […]
Whether you’re a recent college graduate in your first career job or you have been working for several years, a lot of people are finding it difficult to save for the future. Real-world inflation is making it difficult at the gas pump and grocery store, but less-than-stellar money skills can be the main culprit in […]
While poor investment outcomes can result from a variety of reasons, there are a few common mistakes. The good news is that these mistakes can be avoided with a small amount of planning and discipline. See below the mistakes that I refer to as the “Big 3”: For weekly insights, follow The Welch Group every […]
By The Welch Group Americans owe more than $1.75 trillion in student loans. Monthly payments for these loans can be overwhelming for many households, and the loans can be amortized for up to 30 years. Borrowers often take advantage of forbearance or deferment plans, which only end up accruing more interest on the loan and […]