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The Power of Going Green
Here’s a new twist to the renewable energy and save the planet story: The Kentucky Coal Mining Museum in Benham, Kentucky, has recently switched from coal to solar power to…
Read MoreShifting the Focus to Long-Term Goals
Donald Trump set out to make big changes the moment he entered the White House. While Congress may move a bit more slowly, it’s worth noting the difference in styles…
Read MoreAre We "Shovel-Ready"?
A famous line of dialogue came from the 1989 film “Field of Dreams”: “If you build it, he will come.” Perhaps the quote endures because of its inherent irony —…
Read MoreThe Fiduciary Standard: What It Means
Recently, the U.S. Department of Labor published the final regulation of what is known as the “Fiduciary Rule,” delaying implementation for 60 days from its scheduled start date. The newly…
Read MoreProspects for Growth in 2017
Some researchers believe the U.S. economy has a healthy outlook: The GDP growth rate is in the ideal 2 percent to 3 percent range, unemployment continues to abate and inflation…
Read MoreTrends in the ETF Market
In recent months, there has been a recent movement out of actively managed investments into passively managed instruments such as exchange-traded funds. Globally, ETFs gained more than $270 billion in…
Read MoreWhat is a "safe" retirement withdrawal rate?
In an investment portfolio, the withdrawal rate is the monetary percentage from which a retiree draws from his account each year. A “safe” withdrawal rate is a fixed percentage distributed…
Read MoreU.S Jobs Update
Americans who expect to see a wide array of new jobs on the horizon may be in for a surprise. Not only are traditional full-time jobs scarcer these days —…
Read More5 Financial Resolutions for a Great New Year
The new year is a great time for people to turn the page. Maybe they’re going to start that new exercise program—and this time they’re going to stick to it.…
Read MoreYear-End Financial Gifting Strategies
It’s the season for giving, and you’re likely thinking of your loved ones, as well as causes you support when pulling out your checkbook. Whether you want to save for your grandchildren’s education or leave a…
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