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Second Quarter Economic Summary
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Although we experienced an economic contraction during the last quarter on many fronts, it is important to realize that this kind of pattern has historical precedent. The best response continues to be a diversified portfolio and a prudent cash reserve.
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2010's Roth Conversion Opportunity
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Although income restrictions have kept many from taking full advantage of Roth IRAs in the past, a temporary lifting of income restrictions and certain tax dispensations this year may make an IRA to RIRA conversion a wise choice.
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Japan's Deflation Problem
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We have all been hearing lately about how we are going to see high or even hyper-inflation due to government bailouts. What if we instead see more deflation similar to Japan's in last quarter centery?
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Financial Literacy
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Last night at our 9th annual Market Outlook event, our keynote speaker, gerentologist and author Kelly Ferrin spoke about our population living longer and longer. In fact, I was surprised to learn that on a percentage basis the fastest growing age demographic in the country is people over the age of 100! American citizens are now living approximately one third of their lives in retirement and more and more people are working well past the traditional retirement age of 65.
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The Impact of Healthcare Reform: Part 2
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Love it or hate it the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) has passed into law. How will the new health reform affect you now? in the future? In the second half of our two part series, we're be taking a closer look.
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The Impact of Healthcare Reform: Part 1
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Love it or hate it the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) has passed into law. How will the new health reform affect you now? in the future? This month and next, we'll be taking a deeper look.
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