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Inflation Expectations: A Dubious Survey

The Big Picture

Consider : Questioning investors as to their risk tolerance does not typically result in an accurate description of their true tolerance for drawdowns and lower returns; instead, we get a number highly dependent upon the performance of equity markets over the prior three to six months.

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End of Year Financial Checkup

MainStreet Financial Planning

Review your budget – Are there any new expenses that you need to add or anything that can be taken out such as any unused subscriptions? If you are unsure if your portfolio aligns with your risk tolerance, time horizon and goals, reach out to us at Mainstreet and we would be happy to help!

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The Role of Financial Advisors in Managing Healthcare Expenses

WiserAdvisor

Advisors assess risk tolerance and time horizons to guide clients in selecting suitable vehicles to grow their Health Savings Account (HSA) balance over time. Financial advisors help clients identify these potential gaps and incorporate them into the budgeting process to make sure that appropriate funds are available when needed.

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Slow Adoption for Many Reasons

Inside Information

Ayasha Jones, partner and Director of Operations at BlueSky Wealth Advisors in New Bern, NC said that she and other ops professionals are inundated with new fintech options all the time, and the IT percentage of the operating budget is larger than it ever was.

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A Financial Advisor Can Prepare You for A Wintery Market

Integrity Financial Planning

For one person, that might mean reassessing their risk tolerance and portfolio holdings to make sure that they hold assets that will at least sustain their value or provide a safer return, such as an interest rate or a dividend yield. What Can We Expect from the Markets?

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Avoid Making These Mistakes to Safeguard Your Wealth

WiserAdvisor

Determine your goals, timeline, and risk tolerance before you invest. However, financial planning isn’t as simple as managing a budget or picking a few investments. Many latecomers who bought at the peak suffered big losses when the price dropped. To protect your wealth, it helps to create a clear investment plan.

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How To Manage Your Money: 19 Tips To Do It Right

Clever Girl Finance

So you need to be brutally honest with yourself about any outstanding debt , student loans, or high expenses that are hurting your budget. In order to combat this, take some time to make a budget. You also want to find a budgeting method that works for you because it will help you manage your money better. Are you overspending?