Posts Tagged ‘Investing’
4 Myths About Financial Advisors and Investing Debunked
Properly managing your money is one of the most important things to prioritize. Money isn’t everything, but it can be a catalyst for what you care about most: retirement, career advancement, lifestyle goals, and more. Because money management is so critical for our well-being, many people seek help from financial advisors. A great financial advisor…
Read MoreThe Street.com: According to EBRI, Americans’ Confidence in Retirement Security Declines
Jason Branning was quoted in a Retirement Daily article from the The Street on April 27, 2023. Branning’s comments were about inflation and bonds. Quotes about inflation: Jason Branning, a wealth adviser with Branning Wealth said inflation is at the top of everyone’s mind given the explosive increase in prices in a short period. “While surprising…
Read MoreHow Your Financial Advisor Can Help You Navigate A Career Change
Are you thinking about changing careers? If so, you’re not alone. One study shows that baby boomers averaged a job change 11.7 times in their life up to age 54. Since changing jobs is so common, it will most likely happen to you at some point – if it hasn’t already. One element of navigating…
Read MoreSilicon Valley Bank 🏦
While spring approaches, markets have grown turbulent on news of potential problems in the banking sector after the rapid closure of Silicon Valley Bank. Nearly every year, the FIDC puts a few banks into receivership. As a result of the Global Financial Crisis (2008-2009), 157 banks failed by 2011. The total assets affected during that…
Read MoreMillennial Money
Millennials. Those born between 1981 and 1996; ranging in age from 26-41 years old. VHS, Windows ‘98 startup sound, Blockbuster Friday nights, those never-ending strawberry candies at your grandmother’s house, watching “The Price Is Right” when you were “sick” at home from school, Nintendo 64 – the list goes on and on. Bring up nostalgia? …
Read More2023 Important Numbers Chart
“How much can I contribute to my 401k?” “What is the standard deduction for this year?” “Am I eligible to use a Roth IRA?” Take a look at this handy “2023 Important Numbers” guide to answer these types of questions! Follow the link below for a free, full downloadable chart! https://branwealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Important-Numbers-2023.pdf
Read MoreIs Cash King?
While the origin of “cash is king” is unclear, it is a phrase that became popularized following the global stock market crash of 1987 by Pehr G. Gyllenhammar, then CEO of Swedish car group Volvo. Cash is flexible and can be likened to short term personal insurance against negative life circumstances. That is one reason…
Read MoreThe Important Lessons Gratitude Can Teach You About Money
When you think of gratitude and money, you probably don’t imagine the two go hand in hand, but the connection is undeniable. Gratitude has the power to boost serotonin and prompt the brain to produce dopamine, the chemical that makes you feel “good.” So, the more you practice gratitude, the better you’ll feel. It’s not…
Read More5 Ways To Make Money In The Stock Market
“How do I consistently make money in the stock market?” – the question all investors want to answer! Oftentimes, people look at capital markets as a way for investors to “outdo” the other investors. Market timing, picking “hot stocks”, and calling the bottom are all feeble attempts at trying to outplay the market as a…
Read MoreThe Fed Hiked Interest Rates: What This Change Means For You & Your Wallet
You’ve seen the headlines: “The Federal Reserve hiked interest rates to historic levels.” They raised the target federal fund rate by 0.75%, which marked the most significant increase in 28 years. While this news might sound bad, don’t panic! Here is what this interest rate means for you, your wallet, and the economy. Why Did…
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