by Editor | Mar 19, 2023 | Uncategorized
What a week it has been for the economy and the banking sector. Volatility seems to be the norm as the banking system underwent a roller coaster ride last week with the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB). As the banking sector faced massive scrutiny, discussions...
by Editor | Mar 12, 2023 | Uncategorized
This week brought mixed reactions from investors and analysts as economic reports revealed conflicting trends in the market. While more jobs were created than expected in February, the unemployment rate increased from 3.4% to 3.6%. Fed Chairman Jerome Powell’s...
by Editor | Mar 9, 2023 | Uncategorized
It’s no secret that individuals and families feel the squeeze of rising interest rates and prices on nearly everything. Prices from eggs to labor have dramatically increased over the last year, and sadly there’s no end in sight. With the increased costs...
by Editor | Mar 4, 2023 | Uncategorized
It’s finally March, and signs of spring are here; however, that didn’t stop Mother Nature from delivering a final snowstorm out West and in the Midwest. As we closed out February, stocks ended the month in the red. Stock volatility is something we’re...
by Editor | Feb 25, 2023 | Uncategorized
We saw mortgage rates rise for the third consecutive week landing at 6.5%. The Fed has continuously raised interest rates for months to curb record-high inflation. As interest rates rise, it becomes more expensive for individuals to borrow money resulting in higher...
by Editor | Feb 23, 2023 | Uncategorized
Tax season is upon us, and we must start the annual document-gathering process. For some, this is an intense process of spreadsheets and countless documents that must be analyzed. For others, it’s a simple task they complete online themselves. Preparing...
