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Sep
25
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Money with Murphy – Rate Cut Ripple: How the Fed’s Decision Affects YOU
The Federal Reserve’s recent rate cut—the first since the pandemic—raises important questions about how it will affect your finances. In this blog, Kara Murphy breaks...
Sep
18
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Markets in a Minute: Why Your Due Diligence Playbook Matters
From the PM Desk: Why Your Due Diligence Playbook Matters “The only place that success comes before work is in the dictionary.” ~ Vince Lombardi ...
Sep
17
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Business Owners’ Guide to Retirement and Succession Planning: Key Considerations for Success
For business owners, retirement and succession planning are more complex than simply saving for the future. Your business is not just a source of income—it’s...
Sep
11
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Money with Murphy – Inflation’s Slower Pace: Why It’s Not Enough for Consumers
The Federal Reserve is close to declaring victory over inflation, but consumers aren’t celebrating. Kara Murphy discusses why the slowdown in price increases isn’t translating...
Sep
9
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August Market Commentary
Stocks mostly rose in August, buoyed by a strong end to the month. Positive inflation data and economic reports lifted stocks, with investors encouraged by...
Aug
26
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Teaching Financial Wellness to the Next Generation
In a world where financial stability is often seen as a cornerstone of personal well-being, the concept of financial wellness has gained significant traction. But...
Aug
20
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Money with Murphy – Fed Navigates Inflation and Jobs at Jackson Hole
As the world’s top economists and policymakers gather at Jackson Hole, all eyes are on the Federal Reserve and the delicate balancing act they face....
Aug
14
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Markets in a Minute -Navigating Q2 Earnings: Tech Wins, Consumer Struggles, and What’s Next
Navigating Q2 Earnings: Tech Wins, Consumer Struggles, and What’s Next Key Takeaways 1. Mixed but Strong Q2 2024 Results: 78% of S&P 500...
Aug
13
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July Market Commentary
In July 2024, the stock market saw mixed results, with most indexes closing higher. However, tech stocks, which had driven significant growth in the first...
Aug
7
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Money with Murphy – Market Volatility Unveiled: What You Need to Know Now
Investors often have their favorite market indicators such as stochastics and Bollinger bands. Well one of Kara’s is what she calls, the Mom Indicator. Yesterday,...
Jul
30
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Markets in a Minute: The Quest for Olympic Economic Gold
The eyes of the world are on France as the 2024 Summer Olympics “kicked” off with men’s soccer last week. The stakes are high, not...
Jul
26
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Navigating Financial Responsibilities as a Working Parent
Being a working parent comes with a unique set of financial challenges that require careful planning and foresight. The financial landscape can seem daunting, from...
