Market Turmoil Spurs Trading, but Staying Put Pays Off

Market Turmoil Spurs Trading, but Staying Put Pays Off

The U.S. stock market suffered its worst day in five years on Friday, April 4, following President Donald Trump’s announcement of sweeping tariffs. The S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow Jones Industrial Average all posted significant losses. Despite the turbulence,...
Rising Hardship Withdrawals Putting Retirement at Risk

Rising Hardship Withdrawals Putting Retirement at Risk

A growing number of workers are raiding their employer-sponsored retirement plans to cover emergency expenses, highlighting an alarming trend in employee retirement security. According to Vanguard Group, 4.8% of 401(k) participants took hardship withdrawals in 2024,...
Early Retirement: Dream or Dilemma?

Early Retirement: Dream or Dilemma?

For many workers, early retirement is the ultimate goal — carefree days filled with road trips, golf, or time spent with friends and family. Yet, reality often tells a different story. Many Americans are retiring years sooner than they expected to, often due to health...