Posts by Steve Pollock
SpaceX Chopsticks
If You Haven’t Seen It Yet, You’re Going to Want To: Rocket Caught by “Chopsticks” On October 13, 2024, SpaceX made aerospace history by capturing its Super Heavy booster mid-air with the launch tower’s “chopsticks” arms. This breakthrough reusability maneuver demonstrates a new era in cost-efficient, sustainable space exploration. Haven’t seen it yet? Check out…
Read MoreReason Election Economics
Decoding the election economy When politicians hit the campaign trail, their first talking point tends to be the economy. Yet, despite the talking points you’re likely to hear, the U.S. economy doesn’t fluctuate dramatically based on who’s in the Oval Office. Here’s what the data has to say about how the U.S. economy has performed…
Read MoreImportant Year End Retirement Plan Deadlines
Keeping on top of deadlines is challenging, especially with frequent tax law changes. Below are the key retirement-related deadlines for the 2025 tax year. As always, please reach out with any questions on how these dates apply to your specific circumstances. Retirement Account Deadlines for 2025 Deadline to Contribute to 401(k) and Other Defined Contribution…
Read MoreTake Me Out to the Ballgame: Our Reason for the Love of Baseball
As an office teeming with baseball enthusiasts, the appeal of heading out to the ballpark is a universal sentiment here. Whether you’re a fan of the Padres, Dodgers, Cubs, Giants, Yankees, Twins, or Red Sox, like those of us at Team Reason, there’s no denying the joy of experiencing a game live. But what makes…
Read More4 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
This Chartr stepped line chart, “Space Race, Season 2,” shows cumulative missions to the Moon for the five most active nations from 1959 to 2024, with NASA as the source. The United States ends at 49 missions, USSR/Russia at 30, China at 9, Japan at 6, and India at 3. A long quiet stretch appears…
Read MoreJuly 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…
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