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Start Feeling Confident About Your Finances
When it comes to finances, there is more than meets the eye. If you catch yourself green with envy over someone else’s apparent financial status, take a step back and take stock of your successes.
What Investment Could Beat Owning an NFL Team?
Pat Bowlen purchased the Denver Broncos in 1984 for $78 million. Upon his passing in 2019, there were family disputes and court cases, which eventually resulted in the recent sale of the team for $4.65 billion.
Clever Car Rental Cost Saving Tips
The minute you think you might need a rental car, book it. With low inventory and high prices, booking a car early will ensure vehicle availability at the typically lowest price.
Savings Bonds Beyond $10,000
One easy way to purchase additional I Bonds is through a revocable living trust. Many Bedel clients have either individual trusts or joint trusts.
Stablecoins Explained
If you are thinking of investing in one of these coins, it's probably safest to stay with one backed by a fiat currency or commodity. Unfortunately, the lack of regulation in this space means there is no way to know if a stablecoin is actually backed by anything.
Are We Headed For a Recession? Were We In a Recession? Does it Matter?
After the Federal Reserve began raising its Federal Funds discount rate, the headlines predictably shifted to guess whether these actions would cause an economic slowdown and a recession.
Market Jitters - Don’t Panic!
As equity and fixed income assets across the globe decline in unison, it is imperative to tune out the noise of day-to-day headlines and remain committed to the strategy of a personalized financial plan.
Are You Protecting Your Identity?
Identity theft and online scams are becoming more prevalent. As a result, consumers need to remain vigilant of the personal information shared and stored via online accounts.
Avoid These Scams While Traveling
One thing we can do to safeguard ourselves when traveling is to look for scams and scammers that frequently prey on those who roam the globe seeking adventure.
Transitioning Wealth to the Next Generation
To successfully transition wealth to the next generation, it takes open communication between G2 and G3, agreed-upon family financial values, and perspective on where it all began.
Amidst Bond Market Carnage - Any Opportunities?
High yield, investment grade, long-term, and intermediate bonds have taken large hits. Only short-term and adjustable-rate bonds have largely escaped the carnage. So what is happening to the bond market, and what should you do?
Stock Buybacks – Legitimate Use of Corporate Cash
Like everything in life, the issue of stock buybacks is not necessarily clear-cut. If done correctly, they can be a helpful tool for management teams, benefiting companies and shareholders alike.