Is Now The Time To Bail On The Markets?

August 10, 2020 | Markets, Ogorek Blog

Is this a good time to go to cash? We think the markets are looking at two factors that would have a direct bearing on future earnings.

How To Earn A Guaranteed 8% A Year

August 7, 2020 | General, Ogorek Blog, Retirement

What are the benefits to waiting until you are at Full Retirement Age to start Social Security benefits? What you should know before making that decision.

Operation Warp Speed

August 5, 2020 | General, Markets, Ogorek Blog

Companies announcing funding from Operation Warp have seen their stock prices soar on the news. But where does that leave investors?

Why It’s Different This Time

August 3, 2020 | Financial Planning, Markets, Ogorek Blog

The GDP reports annually to allow comparison with prior periods of time. Check out our present decline compared to past recessions by looking at this chart.

Social Insecurity?

July 31, 2020 | Financial Planning, Ogorek Blog, Retirement

When is Social Security going to run out of money? If Congress doesn't take action, annual payroll tax revenue won't cover the full amount needed.

The Recovery Is Stalling

July 29, 2020 | General, Markets, Ogorek Blog

What is the true story of the health of the U.S. economy? Taking a look at how the airlines, restaurants, and hotels are recovering can explain.

Unemployment Stats Don’t Tell The Whole Story

July 27, 2020 | Financial Planning, General, Ogorek Blog

There is no government statistic that can take the temperature of the job market or economy. That is why the joint survey discussed here is so important.

What’s The Rush?

July 24, 2020 | Financial Planning, Ogorek Blog

Is it best to start into a 4-year program or take a gap year? No matter which option you choose, it is safe to say this will be a nontraditional year.

Is Now The Time For Gold?

July 22, 2020 | General, Markets, Ogorek Blog

Should you change from investing in bonds to gold? Gold prices could be on the rise in the near-term, here's why you may want to review your portfolio.