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Why Are Things So Heavy In The Future?
"There's that word again. 'Heavy.' Why are things so heavy in the future? Is there a problem with the Earth's gravitational pull?" -Dr. Emmett Brown, AKA Doc As we began 2022, the majority of...
How and why to give away your money in 2024
The past few years have seen a downward trend in charitable giving. In some of the most recent data put together by the Association of Fundraising Professionals and the Fundraising Effectiveness...
“Soft Landing”: Where Inflation Completes Its Journey Back to Normal Levels While the Economy Stays Healthy
Did the Fed pull it off? Are we experiencing the “soft landing” that we’ve been hearing about? Is this the mid-90s again, where Alan Greenspan was leading the charge to a soft landing? Many...
2024 Housing Market: The End of the New Normal
Ever since the market crash of 2008-2009, economists and pundits alike have used the phrase “new normal” to describe everything from stock market conditions to inflation to the employment market and...
Season’s Greetings from Walkner Condon! Nate & Clint talk holiday traditions.
I Bonds: Should Sell My I Bond or Hold Them?
What are I Bonds? I Bonds are a type of government savings bond issued by the United States Department of the Treasury. They are a low-risk investment vehicle designed to help individuals save money...
Where is the best place to keep my emergency fund?
In general, people should strive to have an emergency that covers 3-6 months of living expenses. These funds should be held in a liquid account that can be easily accessed in case of a sudden...
What is a Donor Advised Fund?
https://youtu.be/-hl6-7ZfXPg A Donor Advised Fund (DAF) is both a type of financial account and a charitable giving vehicle that allows the donor to contribute cash and non-cash assets into a fund...
Bowling with Bumpers: Navigating the Investing World
As I watched my son learn how to bowl, I vividly recall the trepidation in his eyes as he stared down the pins at the end of the lane. He stood frozen, paralyzed by fear. I encouraged him to roll...
Retirement: The Definition of Work-Optional Lifestyle
The mass media in the United States tends to oversimplify the transition from the career phase to the retirement phase of our lives. Apparently walking into the sunset on a beach or through a meadow...
The State of the Firm: Walkner Condon
Occasionally we like to inform our clients about what is going on at Walkner Condon, as we have some exciting updates to share with you. Nate and Clint have recorded a podcast on these items, but we...
How to Have Financial Conversations with your Adult Children
Having financial conversations with your adult children can benefit both you and them. When it comes to your will and estate plan, talking about what is in your plan can help ensure that your wishes...