At Good Life Financial Advisors of Mt. Pleasant, one commonly asked question we hear is, “What’s the difference between an investment advisor vs. financial advisor?” Although they may sound like …
Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) are the primary retirement saving vehicle for those without access to 401(k) plans through employers. Traditional IRAs provide an upfront benefit as contributions are tax-deductible; Roth …
In 2022, there is still so much uncertainty in financial markets. Record-high inflation, supply chain issues, concerns about rising interest rates, the war in Ukraine, and the fluctuation of COVID-19 …
The Federal Reserve promised months ago to take serious action to try to curb inflation in America. On May 5, they did just that, increasing the benchmark interest rate by …
In March 2022, Good Life Advisors released a comprehensive market outlook for the upcoming quarter. Here is a summary of these findings. Investors were treated to a rough start to …
The opening bell has been a symbol of the start of the trading day for generations. Right at 9:30 am EST, the bell rings out across the trading floor to …
Debt isn’t always a bad thing. Sometimes taking out a loan is the best way to pay for a large capital asset like a house or car. And if you …
It’s the least wonderful time of the year – tax season! And unlike previous years during the COVID pandemic, there will be no extended deadline this year. Most taxpayers will …
As financial conditions around the world tighten, a good lesson in portfolio diversification is playing out. In 2020, growth stocks ruled the roost, especially those companies that benefited from COVID-influenced …
One size fits all might work for a t-shirt giveaway at a baseball game, but it’s a poor mindset for retirement saving. Not only does everyone have a different goal …
