by robinswood | Jun 9, 2025 | Financial Planning, Public Interest, Retirement Planning
FollowFollowFollow Tariffs didn’t cause the Great Depression on their own, but they intensified and prolonged it. Tariffs, especially the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act of 1930, played a significant role in deepening the Great Depression, though they were not the sole cause....
by robinswood | Jun 4, 2025 | Financial Planning, Public Interest, Retirement Planning
FollowFollowFollow Being laid off from Microsoft can be a stressful and uncertain experience, especially when it comes to managing your financial future. One of the key assets many employees accumulate during their careers is their 401(k) retirement savings. If you’ve...
by robinswood | May 29, 2025 | Financial Planning, Public Interest, Retirement Planning
FollowFollowFollow The stock market reacts strongly to uncertainty, often resulting in increased volatility, abrupt price swings, and investor anxiety. Here’s a breakdown of how the market reacts and how investors can manage uncertainty effectively: How the Stock...
by robinswood | May 14, 2025 | Financial Planning, Public Interest, Retirement Planning
FollowFollowFollow The equity markets can often feel like a rollercoaster—thrilling on the way up, nerve-wracking on the way down. For long-term investors, the key to success isn’t predicting every twist and turn, but learning how to stay balanced through the ride....
by robinswood | May 1, 2025 | Financial Planning, Public Interest, Retirement Planning
FollowFollowFollow In the world of investing, there’s a well-known mantra: “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket.” This simple piece of advice underpins the concept of diversification. A diversified portfolio means spreading your investments across...
by robinswood | Apr 15, 2025 | Financial Planning, Press Release, Retirement Planning
FollowFollowFollow Recessions are a natural part of the economic cycle—but when you’re in one, it can feel like it might never end. Historically, however, recessions in the United States have tended to be relatively short-lived. Let’s break down how long they’ve...
