The Advisor Blog

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Employment Stayed Strong Despite High Rates

When the Federal Reserve raises interest rates to fight inflation, the unemployment rate typically rises as the economy slows in response to the higher cost of borrowing.

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Eight Ideas for Smarter Holiday Shopping

Whether you’re shopping online or hitting the mall this holiday season, here are some tips that might help you save time and money.

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Medicare Open Enrollment Kicks Off

Medicare’s Open Enrollment period began on October 15 and runs through December 7. If you are covered by Medicare, it’s time to compare your current coverage with other available options.

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Can You Access Your Retirement Plan Money After a Disaster?

If you have been affected by Hurricane Helene, Hurricane Milton, or another recent federally declared major disaster, you may be relieved to hear that over the past few years,

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The Fed Finally Cut Interest Rates. What Could It Mean for Your Finances?

On September 18, 2024, the Federal Reserve’s Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) lowered the benchmark federal funds rate one-half percentage point to a range of 4.75% to 5.0%.

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