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The Joy of Christmas

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It’s the holiday season, and with all of the hustle and bustle of the moment, it is a time for family and feasts.  As I have gotten older, I seem to approach the holidays with a different sense of emotion. As I reminisce of Christmas’ past, I remember those years that I received a memorable … [Read more...] about The Joy of Christmas

The foregoing content reflects the opinions of Crimmins Wealth Management and is subject to change at any time without notice. Content provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be used or construed as investment advice or a recommendation regarding the purchase or sale of any security. There is no guarantee that the statements, opinions or forecasts provided herein will prove to be correct. Past performance may not be indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no guarantee that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.

Happy Thanksgiving 2022

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Growing up in the tri-state area is beneficial for many reasons and one in particular is the ability to attend the Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City.  The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade has been around for over eighty years and I have been fortunate to have attended several times in my … [Read more...] about Happy Thanksgiving 2022

The foregoing content reflects the opinions of Crimmins Wealth Management and is subject to change at any time without notice. Content provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be used or construed as investment advice or a recommendation regarding the purchase or sale of any security. There is no guarantee that the statements, opinions or forecasts provided herein will prove to be correct. Past performance may not be indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no guarantee that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.

The Difference Between a Forecast, a Wish, and a Worry

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This post is written for us by David Booth, Executive Chairman and Founder of Dimensional and he highlights why there is reason to be optimistic. When I was growing up, our local newspaper, the Kansas City Star, was full of news and had one page for opinion. After decades of cable news and … [Read more...] about The Difference Between a Forecast, a Wish, and a Worry

The foregoing content reflects the opinions of Crimmins Wealth Management and is subject to change at any time without notice. Content provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be used or construed as investment advice or a recommendation regarding the purchase or sale of any security. There is no guarantee that the statements, opinions or forecasts provided herein will prove to be correct. Past performance may not be indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no guarantee that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.

5 Harmful Retirement Misconceptions To Avoid

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When you plan for retirement and an exciting new phase of life, double-check your expectations. They may not match the reality. Baby boomers, currently in their late 50s to mid-70s, view retirement differently than the previous generations. Many boomers consider retirement as an opportunity to … [Read more...] about 5 Harmful Retirement Misconceptions To Avoid

The foregoing content reflects the opinions of Crimmins Wealth Management and is subject to change at any time without notice. Content provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be used or construed as investment advice or a recommendation regarding the purchase or sale of any security. There is no guarantee that the statements, opinions or forecasts provided herein will prove to be correct. Past performance may not be indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no guarantee that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.

Go Global for Diversification That Travels Well

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US-based investors may believe they know America best. Accordingly, they are likely to put the bulk of their investments in stocks and bonds of US-based companies and in US federal and municipal fixed income securities. Given the size and relative safety of this market, that may seem a sound … [Read more...] about Go Global for Diversification That Travels Well

The foregoing content reflects the opinions of Crimmins Wealth Management and is subject to change at any time without notice. Content provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be used or construed as investment advice or a recommendation regarding the purchase or sale of any security. There is no guarantee that the statements, opinions or forecasts provided herein will prove to be correct. Past performance may not be indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no guarantee that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.

How to Invest Better—and Live Better

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It can be challenging to start a conversation about investing. That’s why I encourage having a conversation before the investing conversation—what I like to think of as a “preamble”. Connecting life principles to investment principles is a powerful way to ground abstract principles in reality, and … [Read more...] about How to Invest Better—and Live Better

The foregoing content reflects the opinions of Crimmins Wealth Management and is subject to change at any time without notice. Content provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be used or construed as investment advice or a recommendation regarding the purchase or sale of any security. There is no guarantee that the statements, opinions or forecasts provided herein will prove to be correct. Past performance may not be indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no guarantee that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.