Posts by Reason Financial
4 beneficiary mistakes to avoid
Building wealth is one thing; making sure the right people have access to the money is another. One of the easiest ways to ensure your hard-earned money goes to the right people is by updating the beneficiary designations on your financial accounts. However, not all accounts are created equally when it comes to beneficiarie, so…
Read MoreLunar Exploration Is Popular Again
July 2024 – Economic and Market Update
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Does it matter to the economy who the President is? Maybe, but not much. A narrow market recovery continues to be driven by the Magnificent 7 stocks. The labor market has eased but remains strong. A key to growing forward will be continuing to attract non-native low-to-high skill workers. Scamming is getting more…
Read MoreShould you stay in your home as you age?
Deciding whether to stay in your home or downsize in retirement can be a challenging decision. It’s not just a financial question, but an emotional one, too. You built a life in your home, and you’d like to be able to stay there as you age. However, there are financial and tax considerations around how…
Read MoreThe pros and cons of downsizing (or moving) in retirement
There are plenty of great reasons to sell your home in retirement, and not all of them are financial. Downsizing can help boost your liquid assets and reduce monthly expenses while opening up new opportunities. It may also impact what you leave to your children (and how). If you’re thinking about selling your home in…
Read MoreOde to George Hornby: A Journey of Diverse Endeavors
In the huddle of life, you’ve played many roles, From Raiders’ cheers to managerial goals. With a heart full of passion for the game you adore, Your spirit embodied what it means to roar. From managing cabs in New Jersey’s fleet, To ensuring each ride was timely and neat, You navigated challenges with wisdom and…
Read MoreGraphic – Where have all the public companies gone?
April 2024 – Economic and Market Update
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Inflation is not cooperating with the Federal Reserve target of 2% annualized Core CPE and is unlikely to get there in an orderly fashion. Prioritizing credit management and duration risk in an uncertain interest rate environment. Consumers remain strong spenders, according to Visa, and consumer sentiment is at an inflection point according to…
Read MoreGetting Out There – A Primer on Camping and Road-Tripping with kids
“I have never been lost, but I will admit to being bewildered for several weeks.” – Daniel Boone Rainy days in San Diego are my trigger to start planning what we are going to do during the summer. Many of the most popular places from Glacier National Park (MT) to Doheny State Beach (San Clemente)…
Read MoreCompliance with the Corporate Transparency Act
As we step into 2024, a significant regulatory change is on the horizon that impacts corporations, limited liability companies (LLCs), limited partnerships, and similar entities. Newly formed entities are now required to file a report with the U.S. Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), providing detailed information about their “beneficial owners”. This requirement, effective…
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