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Category Archives: Investment Planning

Economic forecast

Arkansas Economic Outlook: What it Means to You

Jan 30 2026
When economic news makes headlines, it’s often focused on national numbers or global events. But for most people, what really matters is much closer to home — the jobs available here, how much those jobs pay, the taxes you pay,…
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  • Posted: Jan 30 2026
Financial Checklist

Your New Year Financial Checklist

Jan 16 2026
Now is a natural time for reflection. Use this New Year Financial Checklist to ensure the key parts of your financial plan stay aligned with your life and goals.
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  • Posted: Jan 16 2026
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Are World Stocks Sexy Right Now?

Are International Stocks Sexy Right Now?

Jun 19 2025
They're making heads turn but are they superior to U.S. stocks?
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  • Posted: Jun 19 2025
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Three Thought Leaders on Investment & Economic Literacy

Nov 12 2024
Empower yourself to become a more qualified CEO of your financial life.
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  • Posted: Nov 12 2024
The power of compounding interest

The Power of Compound Interest

Oct 5 2024
How compound interest works like magic to help build a portfolio over time.
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  • Posted: Oct 5 2024
Not your great-great-grandfather's Dow

Not Your Great-Great-Grandfather’s Dow

Aug 4 2024
How the stocks of the Dow have changed to reflect the evolutionary character of American business.
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  • Posted: Aug 4 2024
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The Perversity of Statistics

May 13 2024
With jobless claims up, understand why the stock market also jumped.
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  • Posted: May 13 2024
New Year, New Tax Numbers

New Year, New Tax Numbers

Jan 5 2023
How the SECURE act will impact retirement and tax planning for 2023.
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  • Posted: Jan 5 2023
Which Type of Bank is Right for You?

Which Type of Bank is Right for You?

Sep 29 2022
How to choose between national banks, online banks, and local banks and credit unions.
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  • Posted: Sep 29 2022
ESG Values Investments

Values Investing

Sep 9 2022
Breaking down the marketing buzz around ESG investments and what the SEC is doing to protect investors.
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  • Posted: Sep 9 2022
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