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Cautious optimism: A balancing act
As history has proven, “cautious optimism” works. But history is written across years and decades, not three quarters.
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Retirement: The matter of saying when
I have given notice. I told my boss when I intend to retire.
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Heads Up: COLA is Automatic
Social Security recipients get annual adjustments to their benefits based on government measures of inflation.
Money Talk Quiz, January 2024
Each week in the Money Talk Podcast, Landaas & Company advisors offer insights for long-term investors by discussing the financial markets.
Social Security benefits not going away
By Joel Dresang there are good reasons for taking Social Security earlier. But the reasons vary by individual, which makes it wise to consult a financial professional who knows your particular situation. There also are bad reasons for taking Social Security early. Among them: Headlines. […]
Stronger tools to be patient, grateful
By Kyle Tetting In the vein of gratefulness, I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention how strong of a year it has been for investments. But, perhaps more notably than we’ve seen in a while, it has come in fits and starts. […]