Ladies, Let’s Talk About Financial Organization-Part 2
THIS IS THE SECOND ARTICLE IN A TWO-PART SERIES FOR WOMEN | WEALTH | WELLNESS In part 1 of “Ladies, Let’s Talk About Financial Organization,” we discussed why focusing on financial organization is important. Knowing what you have and understanding what you need gives...
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Where to Start With Setting Up a Will
BY: KATHY CHRISTOFFEL, CTFA Market President, Argent Trust-Fort Worth Market (817) 502-3586 None of us are going to live forever — and yet, it can be surprisingly challenging to convince some people to get started setting up a will. It’s not that the average person...
Argent Gives Back: Howard Safer
Howard Safer Vice Chairman, Argent Trust, Nashville 1| Which nonprofit are you passionate about serving? The Jewish Community Center History: JCC is key to the growth and development of generations who have helped Nashville’s West Side community build stability and...
The Morning View: April 19, 2022
From our colleagues at our sister company, Argent Trust: In this morning’s data, Housing Starts were 1,793,000 in March, a bit more than expected and a 0.3% increase from the previous month. In addition, Building Permits were 1,873,000 in March, also a bit more than...
Is Crypto Investing Really Worth It?
If your interest in investing in Bitcoin or other cryptocurrency is based mainly on a fear of missing out, step back for a second and do some research. Originally published on Kiplinger.com April 15, 2022 There seem to be several camps of thought when it comes to...
Three Areas That Can Help Women Build Financial Literacy Skills
April became National Financial Literacy month in the United States in 2003, when Congress passed the Financial Literacy and Education Improvement Act after determining that too many Americans lacked an understanding of, and basic education about, financial literacy....
Market Update – April 2022
In Opening A lot has happened since our year-end investment commentary. In this letter, we will highlight the key developments as they relate to the global economy and financial markets. The biggest macro event is Russia’s brutal invasion of Ukraine. As is our job,...
The Morning View: April 12, 2022
From our colleagues at our sister company, Argent Trust: In this morning’s data, the Consumer Price Index increased 1.2% in March and 8.5% on an annual basis, only slightly higher than expected on an annual basis, but again higher than the previous month. Monthly...
Why You Should Consider the Bucket System for Your Retirement Portfolio
BY: DAVID RUSSELL, CFP®, CSA® Vice President & Trust Officer | (601) 707-0008 The recent volatility in the equity and fixed income markets caused by the conflict in Ukraine serves as another reminder of the importance of making sure your retirement portfolio is...
Quarterly Fixed Income Update
1st Quarter 2022 Fixed Income Review • Q1 fixed income markets experienced significant negative performance as fixed income assets fell in price and yields rose • The FOMC hiked its Federal Funds target range by 25bps and concluded its ongoing asset purchase program...