by Kay Dee Cole | Dec 5, 2022 | Financial Planning
It may not surprise you that our home state of Oregon is number one in the country for Christmas tree farms – after all, the fir tree is even represented on our state flag, and we grow nearly 4 million Christmas trees each year (that’s 30% of all Christmas trees...
by Kay Dee Cole | Nov 2, 2022 | Financial Planning
Turkey prices are on the rise – much like everything else these days. But can you guess exactly how much your Thanksgiving entree will cost? Let’s find out! How much, per pound, does retail-priced boneless, skinless turkey breast cost as of October 2022? ...
by Kim Hall | Oct 7, 2022 | Financial Planning
Each year, millions of Americans make the leap and move abroad to a new country. Among all the excitement, packing and job searching, financial planning often takes a back seat to other priorities. But an international move can actually have big impacts on not just...
by Kay Dee Cole | Oct 4, 2022 | Financial Planning
Investing in a bear market can be scary. Anxiety, concern and fear are normal to feel. Negative outlooks often accompany bear markets, such as increasing inflation, interest rates and the possibility of a recession. The temptation to sell your investments transforms a...
by Kay Dee Cole | Oct 3, 2022 | Financial Planning
Did you know that U.S. consumers plan to spend over $10 billion on Halloween costs this year? Now that’s a scary number. With the holiday quickly approaching, we thought we’d make our trivia a little extra spooky this month: How Much Money Do U.S....
by Kay Dee Cole | Sep 29, 2022 | Financial Planning, International Financial Planning
When I was a teenager, my family moved from my home country of South Africa to the United States. While some teens might have hated the idea of leaving their home for a new country, I loved the idea of exploring a new part of the world – and that love has followed me...