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Stock Market Commentary July 2023

Stock Market Commentary July 2023

TD Ameritrade Merger and Transition to Charles Schwab Platform Since Charles Schwab announced the merger with TD Ameritrade on November 25, 2019, we have communicated to you the many stages of this process. We are approaching the final stage, where the transition of your account from TD Ameritrade to the Charles Schwab platform will occur.

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Ken Wink
Avoiding the Most Common Financial Planning Mistakes

Avoiding the Most Common Financial Planning Mistakes

We believe effective budgeting is one of the most important components of a financial plan, yet the task is often overlooked. We have seen that some individuals delay investing towards their financial future because they do not understand the power of compounding interest. In our experience, estate planning can be a tough and emotional conversation,

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Zach Bachner
Comparing Debt Repayment Strategies: Snowball vs. Avalanche

Comparing Debt Repayment Strategies: Snowball vs. Avalanche

We believe debt can have a strong negative influence on your financial plan for two main reasons. First, the money that is being charged in the form of interest is being paid to the lender rather than being kept for another potential financial goal. The more debt you have, the more interest you are likely

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Zach Bachner
Stock Market Commentary June 2023

Stock Market Commentary June 2023

The Debt Ceiling Drama: A Critical Juncture The Debt Ceiling is the maximum amount of money the U.S. Treasury can borrow. Increasing the Debt Ceiling allows the government to pay for obligations like Social Security, government employee wages, and military spending. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said that if Congress does not increase the debt ceiling

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Ken Wink
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