Posted on March 15, 2024
Home Renovation Facts and Statistics (2024)
Homeowners have developed a renewed interest in home renovation projects over the past three years. According to the Joint Center for Housing Centers of Harvard University (JCHS), home improvement project spending increased from $328 billion in 2019 to $472 billion in 2022, with an estimated 2024 spending of $485 billion. This article will explore the latest industry reports and findings on how home renovation has evolved, statistics for the most popular projects, and the future of residential investments.
Posted on February 16, 2024
Top Geopolitical Trends in 2024
Despite reasonably favorable earnings and falling inflation, markets are likely to face headwinds in 2024, from geopolitical tensions around the world. Over 50% of the world’s population will go to the polls this year. Fortunately, market volatility resulting from such uncertainty is often short-lived and rarely requires any change in investment strategy, for the long-term investor. This piece details what we, investors, and the world are watching.
Top Geopolitical Trends in 2024
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Posted on February 16, 2024
2024 Planning and Wealth Management Outlook
Investors likely face turning points in interest rates and the economy in 2024. Manage stress and uncertainty by broadening the lens to focus on personal goals and wealth plans.
In 2024, investors will likely face a turning point in interest rates, inflation, and potentially the economy. This could lead to short-term stressors emotionally and in the market and economy. Our theme for 2024, and in any year with regard to planning and wealth management, is to widen the lens. Have the discipline to look at the big picture, not just the short-term details. And have a plan based on your personal goals and time horizons.
For 2024, here are three themes to consider in wealth management plans:
Posted on February 16, 2024
What’s Right with the World
A daily diet of negative news can lead even the most experienced investors to lose conviction in their long-term investment plans.
Bad news often overshadows more favorable events. Even after the U.S. avoided a recession and the inflation picture brightened in 2023, many Americans remain downbeat about the economy and markets.
With wars in Ukraine and the Mideast, simmering U.S.-China tensions and a contentious U.S. presidential campaign underway, it is understandable that investors may be anxious. Yet positive trends across technology, health care and other areas are transforming lives and driving opportunity for companies and patient investors. Here are five reasons we’re feeling confident about the future.
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Posted on November 21, 2023
7 Financial Moves to Make in Your 50s
Retirement is closer than you think; the time to start planning is now
Life in your 50s probably means a hectic work and family life, with multiple responsibilities. Retirement — perhaps 10 to 15 years down the road — may be the last thing on your mind. Still, it’s important to pause and reflect on this next stage before it sneaks up on you.
Posted on November 21, 2023
Millennials and Money: How the Next Generation looks at Wealth
From near-term goals to technology influences, here are some areas for Millennials to look at when planning for their future.
In an age of high-speed technology and instant Google answers, Millennials expect even their investment information to be immediately accessible.
Posted on November 21, 2023
Why You Should Always Plan Your Week Ahead
As executives, we have so much on our plates, and finding time to do everything is key. I used to be the person always behind on work, but once I discovered that planning ahead is a crucial component of being productive and efficient in any job or career, things changed.
A weekly work planning session has been an incredibly useful tool for setting goals, prioritizing tasks and ensuring that I am making the most of my time. Below, I will discuss the benefits of such a planning session and provide some tips for how to make the most of this practice.
Posted on July 13, 2023
Do You Need Umbrella Insurance?
Do you need umbrella insurance?
Learn how to protect your assets with this personal liability coverage option.
Key takeaways
Umbrella liability coverage protects against the potential financial fallout of certain types of unforeseen events that lead to property damage or injury, for which the policyholder is held responsible.
An umbrella liability policy generally takes effect when other forms of insurance (e.g., auto or homeowners) have been exhausted.
Posted on April 14, 2023
Keeping Your Wealth Management Portal Up to Date
Your CAM wealth management portal allows you to aggregate your assets and liabilities, so that you can clearly see and understand your financial position in real time at any point in time. The aggregation process requires just a few minutes of your time to connect each financial account and debt obligation.
Given that we are all busy and time is always of the essence, why are connections so important? Why is the process worth a few minutes of your time?
Posted on April 14, 2023
The Importance of Good Processes in Wealth Management: Achieving Positive Outcomes
At CAM, we never underestimate the importance of process.
Good processes are just as important in wealth management as they are in any other endeavor. When it comes to managing your wealth, having well-defined processes in place can help you achieve positive outcomes, such as growing your wealth, minimizing risks, and facilitating financial stability.
In this blog post, we will explore the relationship between good processes and positive outcomes in wealth management and why they are essential for achieving financial success.
