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Getting Started with Investing and Budgeting in Times of Economic Uncertainty

In the face of economic uncertainty, including inflation, federal debt limit talks, and the possibility of a recession, many individuals are concerned about their financial well-being. It can be challenging to navigate investments and budgeting during such times. 

Weekly Market Recap Week Ended May 12

Rerun week The S&P 500 and the Dow finished with small weekly declines while the NASDAQ eked out a tiny gain, repeating the pattern from the previous week, with the Dow underperforming again and the NASDAQ outpacing both of its peers.

"To be a successful investor, you have to be able to admit mistakes. I think that’s the single biggest obstacle to success." - Seth Klarman

When Seth Klarman says, "To be a successful investor, you have to be able to admit mistakes. I think that's the biggest obstacle to success," he emphasizes the importance of recognizing and accepting one's investment errors. Klarman is a well-known investor and the founder of Baupost Group, a prominent hedge fund.

2022 Spending in Retirement Survey: Understanding the Pandemic’s Impact on the Sources of Retirement Income

Similar to 2020, 7 in 10 said Social Security is a major source of income (Figure 8). Annual household income was positively related to reliance on Social Security as a major income source, where 82 percent of retirees with less than $30,000 in annual household income said Social Security is a major income source, as opposed to 45 percent of retirees with greater than $100,000 in annual household income. Additionally, those who are dissatisfied with retirement and those with poor self-reported health status (a score of 1, 2, or 3 on a scale of 1–10) are more likely to rely on Social Security as a major source of income (85 percent and 83 percent, respectively). 

What are you saving for? Whatever it is, we can help keep you on track.

Attaining Financial Freedom: Saving money paves the way to financial freedom. With sufficient savings to cover your expenses, you can make decisions about your career or lifestyle that were previously out of reach.

Four financial considerations for women to take control of their financial future:

Building financial confidence throughout your life is crucial. Partnering with a financial advisor, such as Duncan Williams Asset Management, can provide guidance tailored to your circumstances and help you confidently achieve your financial goals.

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