by Ralph Bender, MBA, CFP® | Market Volatility
“What’s happening to my portfolio? Should we move into more conservative investments?” That’s a common refrain since the beginning of the year, and it’s something we didn’t hear at all since the early days of Covid stimulus packages. That’s because following the...				
					
			
					
				
															
					
					 by Ralph Bender, MBA, CFP® | Credit Management, Videos
“Honestly, I’m not spending any more than I make, but there’s nothing left for savings.” “Let’s take a look at where your money goes, starting with the credit cards.” “I’m never late. I’ve got them set to take the minimum payment right out of my checking account!” “uh...				
					
			
					
				
															
					
					 by Ralph Bender, MBA, CFP® | Business, Enduring Principles, Running Money ®
    We are excited to announce that Mona Hurtado, passed the difficult securities exams and is now an LPL Registered Administrative Assistant! She now has the ability to provide more support for Ralph and Mark as she takes on new responsibilities....				
					
			
					
				
															
					
					 by Ralph Bender, MBA, CFP® | Credit Management, Enduring Principles, Motivation, Running Money ®
“Honestly, I’m not spending any more than I make, but there’s nothing left for savings.” “Let’s take a look at where your money goes, starting with the credit cards.” “I’m never late. I’ve got them set to take the minimum payment right out of my checking account!” “uh...				
					
			
					
				
															
					
					 by Ralph Bender, MBA, CFP® | Diversification, Economic Commentary, Market Volatility
    Stock prices are down. Gas and Food prices are up. There’s a war in eastern Europe. The FED is raising rates. Another pandemic outbreak locks down much of China. On all this bad news is it any wonder that portfolio values are down? But wait a...