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Trade Wars and Tariffs | Here’s What to Know
President Trump recently announced that the U.S. would be levying a 25% tariff on steel, mainly targeted at China. Many understood it to be the first step in rolling out a more protectionist trade agenda, which caused a great deal of uncertainty in financial markets.
Three Things to Know When Looking for a Home
Home ownership can seem like a daunting task, and trying to figure out where to start can be overwhelming. In this post, we will talk about how to set yourself up for success on your search for a new home.
Sasha Gorskaya Earns CFP® Designation
Sasha is a Certified Financial Planner ®, who participates in the CFP® Board’s WIN-to-WIN program, which is aimed at helping women interested in obtaining the CFP® certification.
12 Tips to Traverse the 2017 to 2018 Tax Transition
Since the passing of the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act, there have been a number of comprehensive articles summarizing the year over year changes. While these pieces are informative, they often lack clear calls to action – specific planning tips that should be considered under the new
It Pays to Stay Risk Averse Despite Strong Market Returns
As the stock market roars on, skeptics might take money off the table and invest in more value oriented assets. More often however, fear of missing out on future gains along with recently strong returns keeps people invested in the market and seeking out speculative opportunities.
Paying Down Debt vs. Investing
People are often faced with the difficult choice of how they should use their money, whether it be choosing between investing, paying down debt early, or deciding which debt to pay down first.