Between the return of inflation, continuing COVID shocks, and geopolitical instability, many investors have girded themselves for volatility continuing into the foreseeable future. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to help protect your assets against sudden, unpredictable moves in the markets and the economy. Here are a few ideas to keep in mind:
An HSA is what it sounds like – a bank account that lets you save for healthcare expenses. Written into law in 2003, it is designed to help those enrolled in a high-deductible health plan (but, importantly, not enrolled in Medicare) to put money away for medical expenses. Here’s how it works:
Family vacation homes can be a lot of fun, create memories and provide a long term legacy. To preserve the property and mitigate potential family conflicts, having a transparent plan in place is critical. Here are some things to consider:
When Congress passed the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 in December 2020, it made some significant tweaks to education planning – some good (a simplified FAFSA form!), some not so good (the removal of an aid benefit when multiple children attend college simultaneously). One major change for the better is the elimination of what’s known as the "grandparent rule."
Though they can be painful, market corrections are a natural and necessary part of long-term investing. A favorite quote at Baird is “short-term volatility is the cost to participate in the stock market’s long-term gains.” It’s our way of acknowledging that selloffs, corrections and even bear markets are not just normal – they’re a part of the process of being a long-term investor.
