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Bear Down: Should You Take Advantage of the '22 Stock Rally?

Hugh F. Wynn

Aug 11, 20223 min read

Bear Down: Should You Take Advantage of the '22 Stock Rally?

2022 has been a bear of a year for investors, but it looks like the market is rallying - is it just a temporary pause in the downward trend?

Home Loans From Financially-Fit Relatives Make (Dollars and) Sense

Hugh F. Wynn

Aug 4, 20226 min read

Home Loans From Financially-Fit Relatives Make (Dollars and) Sense

Homebuyers searching for down payment funds and home loans don't always have to borrow from financial institutions. You have options.

Will Rising Mortgage Rates Finally Burst the Housing Bubble?

Hugh F. Wynn

Jul 28, 20225 min read

Will Rising Mortgage Rates Finally Burst the Housing Bubble?

Home buyers still in search of a house were dealt a blow this week when the Fed announced an increase in the federal-funds rate.

How to Maximize Your Inheritance Allocations

Hugh F. Wynn

Jul 21, 20223 min read

How to Maximize Your Inheritance Allocations

Planning how to allocate the fruits of your investments post-mortem doesn't have to be depressing. But it does require strategic thinking!

Your Age and Life Stage Help Predict Bear Market Choices

Hugh F. Wynn

Jul 14, 20224 min read

Your Age and Life Stage Help Predict Bear Market Choices

A bear market is never a pleasant experience, but its effects can vary depending on where one is on the age spectrum.

There's No Time Like Now to Make Your Coins Work for You

Hugh F. Wynn

Jun 23, 20227 min read

There's No Time Like Now to Make Your Coins Work for You

Here's how to make a lot more money (I'm talking millions) for your retirement by starting early.

Poking the Bear: Use the Current Market Instability to Your Advantage

Hugh F. Wynn

Jun 16, 20224 min read

Poking the Bear: Use the Current Market Instability to Your Advantage

In this dark and chaotic bear market are a few bright rays of hope that a savvy investor can use to their advantage.

Grim Reaper: PODs Dispense Quick Cash Upon Your Untimely Passing

Hugh F. Wynn

Jun 9, 20224 min read

Grim Reaper: PODs Dispense Quick Cash Upon Your Untimely Passing

POD money is not part of the probate process so it allows beneficiaries quick access to to cash that can help them pay for funeral expenses.

Trial by Inflation: Patience is the Guardian of Joy (and Your Money)

Hugh F. Wynn

Jun 2, 20224 min read

Trial by Inflation: Patience is the Guardian of Joy (and Your Money)

It's human nature to seek advice from others or mimic the crowd is during inflationary times, but that can be worse than inflation itself.

The 529 Plan: A Smart Alternative to College Loan Debt

Hugh F. Wynn

May 26, 20226 min read

The 529 Plan: A Smart Alternative to College Loan Debt

The collective college loan debt in America is about $1.75 trillion. Let's talk about the 529 plan - a shining alternative to college loans.

I Bond Interest Rates - and Interest in I Bonds - Continue to Grow

Hugh F. Wynn

May 19, 20225 min read

I Bond Interest Rates - and Interest in I Bonds - Continue to Grow

The I Bond interest rate is experiencing another growth spurt. Take a look at these inflation-adjusted alternatives to bank accounts.

Real Estate of Affairs: Will the Bubble Burst or Find Balance?

Hugh F. Wynn

May 12, 20225 min read

Real Estate of Affairs: Will the Bubble Burst or Find Balance?

This housing market bubble is unsustainable for a number of real-world reasons. Is the bubble about to burst?

Don't Chicken Out; Be A Bull During a Bear Market

Hugh F. Wynn

May 5, 20224 min read

Don't Chicken Out; Be A Bull During a Bear Market

If you're feeling lightheaded, uncomfortable, or sick to your stomach in the midst of this Bear-ish market, you're not alone.

Word on the Street: Jack and Jill Talk Real World Real Estate Trends

Hugh F. Wynn

Apr 28, 20224 min read

Word on the Street: Jack and Jill Talk Real World Real Estate Trends

There are a variety of opinions about where the housing market is heading in 2022. People draw different conclusions from the same stats.

The $35 Trillion Mission: How to Prepare Heirs for What's Their's

Hugh F. Wynn

Apr 21, 20225 min read

The $35 Trillion Mission: How to Prepare Heirs for What's Their's

The greatest transfer of wealth in modern history is upon us. This issue raises important discussion about inheritance and heirs.

There's More to the Hot Housing Market than Buying and Selling

Hugh F. Wynn

Apr 14, 20225 min read

There's More to the Hot Housing Market than Buying and Selling

There are other options to consider before sticking a "For Sale" sign in your yard. Let's talk about home equity line of credit (HELOC).

Life's Complicated Enough. Keep Investing Simple.

Hugh F. Wynn

Apr 7, 20224 min read

Life's Complicated Enough. Keep Investing Simple.

According to many great minds, high-browed sophistication and complexity does not beat simplicity when it comes to investing.

The Bogle Behind My Long-Term Investment Strategy

Hugh F. Wynn

Mar 31, 20224 min read

The Bogle Behind My Long-Term Investment Strategy

In these trying times, I feel compelled to revisit the rules I follow in my never-ending pursuit of a better investment plan.

Diversify: Play the Field (Wisely) with Your Investment Funds

Hugh F. Wynn

Mar 24, 20223 min read

Diversify: Play the Field (Wisely) with Your Investment Funds

Investment diversification is more than just NOT putting all of your eggs in one basket (nice Easter bunny reference there, right?).

Selling Point: How do Origination and Discount Points Affect a Loan?

Hugh F. Wynn

Mar 10, 20224 min read

Selling Point: How do Origination and Discount Points Affect a Loan?

I want to make a point about points - origination points and discount points. These loan terms can be confusing to new homebuyers.

Tax Prep: What to do if You Received Advance Child Tax Credits

Hugh F. Wynn

Mar 3, 20224 min read

Tax Prep: What to do if You Received Advance Child Tax Credits

Your 2021 tax return could have a few twists and turns if you received advanced payments of the IRS Child Tax Credit.