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HIGHER FOR LONGER—UPDATING OUR TREASURY FORECAST
Submitted by Flynn Zito Capital Management on October 10th, 2023U.S. Treasury yields have seemingly been moving in one direction lately (higher), with the 30-year Treasury yield temporarily breaching 5% for the first time since 2007. The move higher in yields (lower in price) has been unrelenting, with intermediate and longer-term Treasury yields bearing the brunt of the move.
Unique Fund Raising Ideas
Submitted by Flynn Zito Capital Management on September 29th, 2023Starting a fund-raiser is one of the most effective ways for getting involved in the fight against breast cancer. Take your initiative to new heights with these unique fund raising ideas.
A leap of faith Skydiving for a cause, anyone? Events like Texas-based Jump for the Rose help raise money for breast cancer awareness by way of skydiving.
How to Help Protect Yourself Against Identity Theft
Submitted by Flynn Zito Capital Management on September 26th, 2023Massive computer hacks and data breaches are now common occurrences — an unfortunate consequence of living in a digital world. Once identity thieves have your information, they can use it to gain access to your bank and credit-card accounts, make unauthorized transactions in your name, and subsequently ruin your credit.
The Financial Impact of Mental Health
Submitted by Flynn Zito Capital Management on September 26th, 2023Mental health is essential to everyone’s wellbeing. Mental health disorders, diagnosed or not, may be playing a role in your daily life. Often, financial problems or worries may impact your mental wellbeing, especially if you’re anxious or depressed about your situation. Mental health complications impact people in various ways, sometimes even causing financial strife.
Is India Surpassing China to Become the Next Superpower?
Submitted by Flynn Zito Capital Management on September 26th, 2023"Over the last two decades, India has made impressive strides in reshaping its economy by leveraging its growing population and improving its outdated infrastructure."
India has emerged as a compelling economic growth story and an increasingly attractive alternative to China within the emerging markets complex.
THE GROWING LIST—AND POLITICIZATION— OF BRICS AND FRIENDS
Submitted by Flynn Zito Capital Management on September 11th, 2023The BRIC acronym, without the “S,” was introduced in 2001 by the Goldman Sachs chief economist who highlighted the prodigious growth and investment prospects of Brazil, Russia, India, and China combined. In 2009, Russia advanced the BRIC platform to create an informal bloc that could challenge the dominance of Western nations, particularly the United States.
Designating a Beneficiary for Life Insurance
Submitted by Flynn Zito Capital Management on August 22nd, 2023A beneficiary is the person or entity you name (i.e., designate) to receive the death benefits of a life insurance policy. Some states require that your beneficiary have an insurable interest in your life or be related to you (at least at the time the contract is initiated), while others have no such restriction.
Ten Things You Must Know About Medicare
Submitted by Flynn Zito Capital Management on August 22nd, 2023Heading into your retirement years brings a slew of new topics to grapple with, and one of the most maddening may be Medicare. Figuring out when to enroll, what to enroll in and what coverage will be best for you can be daunting. To help you wade easily into the waters, here are ten essential things you need to know about Medicare.
Medicare Comes with a Cost
How To Financially Prepare for a Disaster
Submitted by Flynn Zito Capital Management on August 22nd, 2023Natural disasters like wildfires, floods, earthquakes, tornadoes, and long-term power outages don't discriminate—they may impact anyone at any time. However, you don't need to live your life under the constant stress of expecting disaster to strike. By taking some steps toward disaster preparedness, you may gain some security that helps you set these worries aside.