With analysts split on how the stock market is going to fare in the coming year, many are taking another look at some of the popular, foundational stocks that appear to be rallying for a comeback. Whether via market disruption or economic woes, there are many stocks that took a sharp plummet earlier this year. … Continue reading “Campbell’s Soup, Target, and Walmart — What Are the Common Stocks Poised for Turnaround?”

According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), the average American is expected to have spent $973.16 on holiday gifts in 2017. That’s up about 3.5 percent from what it was last year. And while the data from the 2017 holiday shopping season hasn’t been finalized yet, the NRF expects to see between a 3.5 and … Continue reading “Keeping Your Credit in Check After the Holidays”

Bitcoin is one the rise and there is no end in sight. Experts are continually warning that it is a bubble that will inevitably pop at some point in time; however, at present the currency is currently worth well over $20,000, essentially doubling in price from its value in November 2016. Of course, this value … Continue reading “Three Bitcoin Alternatives That are Well Worth a Second Look”

In a recent tweet, President Donald Trump disputed reports that his administration is considering backtracking on fines against Wells Fargo: “Fines and penalties against Wells Fargo bank for their bad acts against their customers and others will not be dropped, as has been incorrectly reported, but will be pursued and, if anything, substantially increased,” the … Continue reading “Trump Warns that Wells Fargo Penalties ‘Will Not Be Dropped’”

As 2017 comes to an end, stock market investors have been as giddy as they can be. On Nov. 30, the Dow Jones Industrial Average passed 24,000 for the first time. One week later, the November jobs report showed a gain of 228,000 jobs in November. The most recent quarterly economic growth report also showed … Continue reading “The Best Stocks in the TV Industry”

As members of one of the most heavily regulated industries, financial advisors undergo a significant amount of training regarding risk assessment and ethical advising. It wasn’t so long ago that trades were completed as a chain of conversations, with companies discussing their investments with their advisors and their advisors initiating individual trades. Many people still … Continue reading “Self-Driving Finance: Why Are Analysts Calling it Dangerous”

The thought of retirement makes most people ecstatic at the possibilities. No longer will you have to conform to someone else’s schedule and pursue your own interests. You’ll finally have time to do those things you really love — travel, a new hobby, spending more quality time with your grandchildren, or whatever makes you happy. … Continue reading “3 Ways to Transition from Work to Retirement More Easily”

Protecting your credit score is vital to your future buying ability. Whether you’re a recent college grad who’s just getting started, a young family planning to purchase your first home or you’ll want to accomplish some other financial goal in the future, chances are that your credit score will be of great importance to you. … Continue reading “3 Very Easy Ways to Boost Your Credit Score”

The odds of a government shutdown are growing even though lawmakers from both parties profess that they want to work out a deal — and that could mean very bad news for America’s economy. Unfortunately, it isn’t just government workers and certain members of the armed forces who are negatively impacted in the event of … Continue reading “How a Government Shutdown Would Hurt America’s Economy”

The pilot of the television series “Happy Days” was entitled “Love and the Television Set.” In the episode, set in the 1950s, the Cunninghams are the first family on the block with a television. Seeking to impress a girl, teenager Richie invites her over to his house to watch a boxing match with his family. … Continue reading “Live Sports Must Adapt to the Post-TV Age”

With the GOP-led tax reform bill just a breath away from becoming law, a myriad of misinformation has infected the minds of the ignorant — convincing gullible readers that they somehow lose by being allowed to keep more of their own money. This is just some of the inaccurate reporting that has surrounded the tax … Continue reading “How Trump’s Tax Bill Advances American Energy Independence”

At the beginning of 2017, Bitcoin was worth less than $1,000. In late November, it eclipsed the $11,000 mark – making for a more than 1,000 percent increase. But, it didn’t take long for Bitcoin to fall back to grace. In fact, it returned to $9,300 just hours after it passed the $11,000 mark. So, … Continue reading “Bitcoin Passes $11,000, Proves its Here to Stay”

Analysts have been warning about a potential stock market bubble since mid-2017 — and many now believe that stock market is getting quite close to exactly that. Though there are rarely any clear indications of a financial bubble, there signs are getting pretty hard to ignore. While analysts still debate what caused other stock market … Continue reading “Why Analysts Are Warning About a Stock Market Bubble”

As millennials continue to swell the stream of working adults, their investment choices are taking what may be an unexpected turn away from the traditional opportunities. The retirement dynamics for millennials continues to shift as this upcoming demographic segment looks for ways to reflect their personal values with their investment dollars. While Baby Boomers and … Continue reading “Why ‘Socially Responsible Investing’ is Becoming More Popular”

Let’s be honest — house hunting isn’t always as exciting as television often makes it out to be. While moving day is laborious, long, and often frustrating, the truth is that new homeowners have already completed the most difficult steps by the time they start packing up the truck. If you think the first steps … Continue reading “5 Things You Must Do Before Buying a New Home”

With the Trump administration and its Republican allies in Congress rushing to pass at least one major piece of legislation by the end of the year, it’s time to take a serious look and how the GOP-led tax reform bill can change how you manage your own finances. Tax reform is a complex topic due … Continue reading “How Trump’s Tax Reform Changes Your Finances”

The days of literal seas of shoppers lining up around buildings in the twilight hours following their Thanksgiving feasts just a day before may finally be coming to an end. Since 1952, Americans have informally recognized the Friday after Thanksgiving (the fourth Friday of November) as the best chance to snatch up high-value goods at … Continue reading “Black Friday is Being Replaced by “Black November””