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Markets at All-Time Highs: What Should You Do Now?

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025 Jared Friedman CFP®Investing Intelligence

The S&P 500 just closed at another all-time high. Cue the headlines. Cue the opinions. And for many investors? Cue the hesitation. When markets are setting records, it can feel like the worst possible time to put new money to […]

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Investing Through Political Noise

June 25, 2025June 25, 2025 Jared Friedman CFP®Investing Intelligence

In a world saturated with 24/7 news cycles and ever-present political discourse, it’s easy for investors to get swept up in the noise. Every election, every policy debate, and every global event can feel like it has the potential to […]

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The Middle East Conflict: How Wars Impact Investors

June 18, 2025June 18, 2025 Jared Friedman CFP®Investing Intelligence

The conflict between Israel and Iran has captured global attention and created uncertainty in financial markets. Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities and military targets began on June 13 and quickly led to retaliatory attacks. While the situation is still […]

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Beyond the S&P 500: Opportunities for Diversification

May 28, 2025May 28, 2025 Jared Friedman CFP®Investing Intelligence

It’s well known that stocks are one of the foundations of long-term portfolios. When included as part of a comprehensive financial plan, stocks have historically created wealth and helped investors achieve their financial goals. However, a natural question is: what […]

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Special Update: What U.S.-China Trade Progress Means for Investors

May 13, 2025May 13, 2025 Jared Friedman CFP®Investing Intelligence

The recent trade announcement between the U.S. and China reverses many of the tariffs that rattled financial markets beginning in April. This agreement, which lasts 90 days, lowers U.S. tariff rates on China from 145% to 30%, and China’s rates […]

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