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Enjoy our collection of articles that cover an array of personal finance topics.

Oct
15
September Market Commentary
September Market Commentary
Don’t Jinx This There’s an unwritten rule in baseball: you never mention a no-hitter while it’s in progress. Teammates will go out of their way...
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Oct
9
Money with Murphy – Markets End Q3 Strong Despite Global Volatility
Money with Murphy – Markets End Q3 Strong Despite Global Volatility
In this episode of Money with Murphy, we look at drivers of volatility and reasons for resiliency in markets during the third quarter of 2024....
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Oct
2
Markets in a Minute: Where Harris and Trump Stand on Taxes, Tariffs and More
Markets in a Minute: Where Harris and Trump Stand on Taxes, Tariffs and More
Where Harris and Trump Stand on Taxes, Tariffs and More As the presidential election gets down to the wire, we’re fielding a lot of questions...
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Sep
25
Money with Murphy – Rate Cut Ripple: How the Fed’s Decision Affects YOU
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...
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Sep
18
Markets in a Minute: Why Your Due Diligence Playbook Matters
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 ...
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Sep
17
Business Owners’ Guide to Retirement and Succession Planning: Key Considerations for Success
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...
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Sep
11
Money with Murphy – Inflation’s Slower Pace: Why It’s Not Enough for Consumers
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...
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Sep
9
August Market Commentary
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...
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Aug
26
Teaching Financial Wellness to the Next Generation
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...
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Aug
20
Money with Murphy – Fed Navigates Inflation and Jobs at Jackson Hole
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....
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Aug
14
Markets in a Minute -Navigating Q2 Earnings: Tech Wins, Consumer Struggles, and What’s Next
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...
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Aug
13
July Market Commentary
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...
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