Bonds are the Ghost of Christmas Future
The US Federal Reserve has started to raise interest rates to combat inflation. The expectation is that they will continue to raise interest rates throughout the year and that these increases may be significant. Investors are concerned that these interest rate increases will hurt traditional bonds. However, the worst of the damage may already […]
The Gamestop Battlefield
What happened with Gamestop and several other companies whose stocks went from rags to riches in a matter of days? Is this the battle where individual investors fight the good fight against evil hedge funds? Unfortunately, that may not be the case. As with any brutal war, the longer it goes, the more the […]
Questions We Help Our Clients Answer
There are many ways a financial planner adds value to their relationship with clients. At Gary Alpert & Associates, we are always available for you. Some of the questions we help our clients answer include: 1. Should l refinance my mortgage again? 2. Should l lease or buy a car? 3. Do l need […]
Upping the Ante in Our Relationships
I remember when I was stranded with my car just off Peachtree Road during a cold snowy day in Atlanta. In a most foolish moment, I drove a rear-wheel drive automobile home from work in the snow and ice. While standing by my car in obvious frustration, a man driving by slowed down and asked […]
