Elizabeth Mintzer
The Role of Social Security in Financial ...

Social Security, one of the most important government programs for retirees, has evolved over its 90-year history. As the aging population grows, so too do concerns about whether Americans will be able to rely on benefits in retirement. While Social Security is important, it is only one part of a well-crafted financial plan. In this economic and political environment, it's important to understand all of the components of retirement planning to achieve long-term financial goals.

The Role of Social Security in Financial Planning
Elizabeth Mintzer
What the "One Big Beautiful Bill" Means for ...

After months of negotiations, a new tax and spending bill was approved by Congress and signed into law by President Trump on July 4. This new budget is far-reaching, including making many parts of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent, raising state and local tax exemptions, extending the estate tax limits, and much more. It attempts to offset some of these provisions with spending cuts in key areas such as Medicaid.

What the "One Big Beautiful Bill" Means for Investors
Elizabeth Mintzer
Quarterly Market Update for Q2 2025: Tariffs, ...

The second quarter of 2025 showcased both the resilience of financial markets and their sensitivity to policy uncertainty. From the White House's tariff announcements in April to escalating tensions between Israel and Iran in June, investors faced many challenges. Yet, the stock market went on to stage one of the fastest rebounds in history and finished the quarter at new all-time highs.

Quarterly Market Update for Q2 2025: Tariffs, Geopolitics, and All-Time Highs
Elizabeth Mintzer
5 Key Investor Insights for the Second Half of ...
5 Key Investor Insights for the Second Half of 2025
Elizabeth Mintzer
What Tariffs and Trade Wars Mean for Long-Term ...

Investors have faced several market concerns early in the year around tech stocks, interest rates, and government policy. Among these factors, it’s no surprise that trade policy has emerged as particularly significant for markets. President Trump has launched various trade measures, including tariffs on Canada, Mexico, China, and the European Union. How should investors react to these news headlines?

What Tariffs and Trade Wars Mean for Long-Term Investors

Equifax & Identity Affirmation by Cambridge

As you may be aware, the credit reporting bureau Equifax recently experienced a data breach that exposed sensitive personal information for a large number of people. While this breach does not directly impact your securities investment accounts, you may wish to review information about the breach on the Federal Trade Commission site, here: https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/blog/2017/09/equifax-data-breach-what-do. This site describes the incident and your options for further action.

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