Will This Be Another Strong Year for Stocks?
1/21/2021
Surprisingly, U.S. equities notched strong annual growth in 2020. Will domestic and global financial markets push even higher in 2021?
Markets & Investing
Everyone Has a Part to Play in Ending Human Trafficking
12/1/2020
Individuals can spot warning signs. Communities can offer training and education. Financial firms can report red flags. Learn more about this crime and the work being done to eliminate it.
Lifestyle & Technology
Defend Your Privacy and Wealth by Asking the Right Questions
11/16/2020
Investors of all ages can be targeted by fraudsters who are after their money and personal information. Know what red flags to spot and what questions to ask.
Lifestyle & Technology
CIO Encourages Investors to “Look Beyond the Headlines”
11/10/2020
Though some election uncertainty remains, Raymond James CIO Larry Adam expects markets to continue on a positive trajectory driven by fundamentals.
Markets & Investing
// Economy and Policy
Tax Tweaks Often Affect Givers’ “How” but not Their “Why”
10/20/2020
Generous families remain a positive force amid this tough year – though some have adjusted their strategies due to the CARES Act.
Estate & Giving
Why Today’s Economic Worries Exclude Inflation and U.S. Debt
10/8/2020
Yes, the pace of the national debt’s growth needs to be addressed, says Chief Economist Scott Brown – but not right now. Learn why.
Economy & Policy
D.C. Heats up as Debates, Federal Funding Deadline Loom
9/24/2020
How close is Congress to passing another relief deal? “Not very,” says Washington Policy Analyst Ed Mills. “We need some sort of breakthrough on what looks like an impossible situation right now.”
Economy & Policy
When COVID-19 and the 2020-2021 School Year Collide
8/27/2020
Can the money in a 529 plan cover virtual learning costs? What if your student takes a gap year? Will you need to take action if the school issues a refund?
Family & Life Events
The Underappreciated Link Between COVID-19 and Cybersecurity
7/29/2020
“When the COVID virus first broke out … we immediately started seeing threat actors registering COVID-related domains,” explains Senior Cyber Threat Analyst Marcus Cavil.
Lifestyle & Technology
Are Markets Underestimating the Odds of a Democratic Sweep?
7/10/2020
Washington Policy Analyst Ed Mills discusses the timing of a second round of coronavirus relief, his current election outlook and other ongoing policy initiatives.
Economy & Policy
If Remote Work Becomes the Norm, You’ll Need These Skills
6/9/2020
Managing distraction, connecting with colleagues and setting work-life boundaries all take on new meaning when your home doubles as your office.
Lifestyle & Technology