by Jon C. Goodman | Mar 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
In recent years, Federal Reserve decisions have significantly influenced market movements. The Fed’s policy shifts, from aggressive rate hikes in 2022 to rate cuts last year, have created notable market reactions. Now in 2025, as the Fed maintains steady rates...
by Jon C. Goodman | Mar 11, 2025 | Uncategorized
Markets have experienced renewed volatility as President Trump implements fresh tariffs affecting Canada, Mexico, and China. The administration’s decision to move forward with these trade measures, rather than extending deadlines or negotiating alternatives, has...
by Jon C. Goodman | Mar 4, 2025 | Uncategorized
The question of retirement security weighs heavily on many Americans’ minds, especially as we navigate through evolving economic and political landscapes in 2025. With retirement numbers reaching historical highs this year, understanding sustainable withdrawal...
by Jon C. Goodman | Feb 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
A notable disconnect has emerged between investor sentiment and market performance. The timeless wisdom of Warren Buffett to be “fearful when others are greedy and greedy when others are fearful” remains particularly relevant today. Despite numerous...
by Jon C. Goodman | Feb 18, 2025 | Uncategorized
Albert Einstein reportedly once told his accountant, “The hardest thing in the world to understand is income taxes.” So, if you find income taxes perplexing, you are in good company. Unfortunately, our tax system has only grown more complex in the decades...
by Jon C. Goodman | Feb 11, 2025 | Uncategorized
With markets navigating various challenges in early 2024, trade policy has emerged as a key focus for investors. As President Trump’s administration implements new tariff measures affecting relationships with major trading partners including China, Canada,...
