Inflation Hits Stocks, Bonds…and Your Wallet
We commit a lot of editorial space in MoneyLetter to the effects of high inflation on equity and fixed income prices. But what about the effects of inflation on your wallet? Everything from food to gas to home repair products seems to be increasing in price every day....
Know Your Medicare Basics
Let’s get right to it. Medicare is a federal health insurance program for people who are 65 or older and people with certain disabilities or diseases. It is administered by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).[1] There are four parts to Medicare...
The SVB Situation and Your Financial Picture
You’ve heard the news that Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) has experienced a financial shock. In a matter of a few short days, Silicon Valley Bank went under. So, let’s get into the facts that can help put this event into context. The series of events Before interest rates...