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Last week, the Federal Reserve Board accelerated its misguided interest rate policy with its 0.75% interest rate hike, resulting in the biggest move since 1994. This is because inflation rests at 8.7% in the U.S., the highest level since December of 1981. In the Fed’s mind, this monetary policy will help the U.S. economy to avoid the high inflation we saw in the 1970s. However, this is not 1970s style inflation, and this rate policy is going to fail.

 Authored by: Gene Goldman, Cetera Investment Management

This Market Volatility Isn’t Going Anywhere

There are numerous financial deadlines throughout the year, and they can be difficult to keep track of. To simplify it we put together some of the most important deadlines that you should add to your calendar for 2022.

Year-end is quite possibly the most hectic time for small business owners, and 2021 is no different. Even if the year unraveled differently than planned, it is time to look back, measure how the business did, and begin planning for 2022.

It’s also a time to make year-end tax moves to help reduce your tax bill and end the year as fiscally responsible as you possibly can.

Authored by: Kezia Samuel, Guest Author

Key Takeaways

• Inflation remains an ongoing concern in 2021.
• While inflation is higher and likely to remain elevated due to challenges created by the pandemic, a look into the structural composition and the types of inflation may provide insight into how high inflation may go.

Inflation remains a topic of concern in 2021 as the prices of goods and services have continued to increase. The September inflation report showed consumer prices rose at 5.4%.¹

Did you know that half of all Americans would be unable to cover an unexpected expense this month? Unfortunately, financial planning isn't a hot topic for most people, but you can't afford to neglect this important aspect of your life any longer. 

It's 401(k) Day, and there is no better time to check in on your retirement fitness. 

In the spirit of that, JMB Financial Managers has put together our five most useful tips for ensuring your investments are on course. Keep reading to learn more.

The pandemic, unusual weather, and increasing demand for food contributed to the largest yearly rise in food prices in nine years during 2020 and food costs are expected to increase further in 2021.

There are numerous financial deadlines throughout the year, and they can be difficult to keep track of. To simplify it we put together some of the most important deadlines that you should add to your calendar for 2021.