Phil Williams Interviews Jim Brogan on Current Economic Trends
Jim Brogan joins The Phil Show on NewsTalk 98.7 where breaks down what effect the recent updates from the Federal Reserve could have on inflation, interest rates, and the overall health of the economy in the U.S. Jim also discusses the unique challenges that retirees face today. Click the play button below to listen!
Three Overlooked Areas in Retirement Planning
According to a recent survey1, one in three workers are not confident they will have enough money to retire. Having a comprehensive retirement plan is crucial. Here are three key areas that are critical for long-term success in retirement. Market timing We need to understand the impact of the timing of market returns. When we are in our working years and saving and accumulating money, the ups and downs of the stock market are not as impactful. Market timing is just not as important in terms of when are the good years and when are the bad years, because […]
Hallerin Hilton Hill Interviews Jim Brogan on Inflation Trends
Jim Brogan joins Hallerin Hilton Hill on NewsTalk 98.7 to discuss inflation trends, the current state of the economy, and how to best position your portfolio to adapt to these changes. Click the play button below to listen!
Is Cash Still King?
According to Coin News, in 2020 it cost roughly 1.76 cents to make one penny. Not only is the cost of producing money a negative, the convenience of having exact change at your fingertips is playing a bigger part in the appeal of cash. The days of cash being the primary form of payment might be coming to an end. Payments for goods and services have been trending toward digital for several decades and became commonplace by the 2010s. Banks have their own apps that allow virtual banking and mobile deposits. When you can get cash back at the […]
How Long Should You Keep Records?
When it comes to records, how long should you keep everything? It depends on the receipts or records. Most of us have a place where we keep those “important papers” or just old bills. They can pile up quick, and it is important to know when you can say goodbye to those stacks of papers. Some records need to be kept for a month, a year, or even the duration of your life. Below is a guideline you may want to use when it comes to deciding what to keep and what to shred. Remember it is very important […]
Jim Brogan Guest Hosts Phil Williams’ The Phil Show on NewsTalk 98.7, WOKI
Jim Brogan Guest Hosts Phil Williams’ The Phil Show on NewsTalk 98.7, WOKI In the first segment, Jim details the two biggest economic challenges we will face this decade and how to account for those challenges in your retirement plan. Click the play button below to listen! In the second segment, Jim discusses milestone birthdays and their implications regarding your retirement income, as well as activities for the Independence Day Weekend, the most patriotic states in the America. Click the play button below to listen!
Will You Have to Retire Earlier Than You Expected To?
If you’re nearing retirement age and know you’re not financially prepared for retirement, your solution may be to work longer. While foregoing an early retirement can be prudent, your career might not last as long as you’d like it to. The pandemic and resulting economic conditions forced 1.9 million workers ages 55 and over out of the labor force in 2020.[1] Even in normal times, health problems, family responsibilities, layoffs, and business closings can cause people to leave their jobs unexpectedly. The truth is that retirement isn’t always voluntary, and you could have to retire earlier than you expected […]
