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Commentary 5/4/20

There are signs COVID-19 may be in retreat.Last week, the Centers for Disease Control reported, overall in the United States, for the week ending April 25 (officially week 17 of the coronavirus), the number of:• People visiting healthcare providers with COVID-19 symptoms declined.• Positive tests at public health, clinical, and commercial laboratories declined or remained […]

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Commentary 4/27/2020

We live in interesting times.There is discussion about whether the saying, “May you live in interesting times,” is a blessing or a curse. At this point in 2020, we all understand why.Last week, the world watched in consternation as the price of oil, specifically West Texas Intermediate crude oil, dropped into negative territory. The price […]

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Commentary 4/20/2020

The Markets= April 20, 2020 Last week’s economic data was about what you might expect in the midst of a virus crisis that has shut down businesses and forced people to stay home: • Retail sales were down 8.7 percent in March. Retail sales track demand for everything from clothing to refrigerators. The March decline […]

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After the Diagnosis: Making a Plan for Alzheimer’s

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In a 2002 interview with Mike Wallace, former First Lady Nancy Reagan said she often reread the love letters written by her husband, former President Ronald Reagan. The letters, which had sustained and enriched their relationship, helped Mrs. Reagan reconnect with her husband and remember the man he was before Alzheimer’s claimed him.1 An excerpt […]

The great retirement income gap educational event

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You’re invited Learn about the great retirement income gap – and see if you’re at risk – at a no-cost presentation     Register now What would happen in retirement if your needs unexpectedly changed and your expenses suddenly outpaced your budget? The difference between your income and your expenses is known as the retirement income […]

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When I was a kid

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When I was a kid, my dad taught me when to reel it in and when it’s time to let go.Now he’s teaching me about life after work, and how loving means protecting the ones you care for.This is his legacy to me.

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