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Sunflower Bank – Market Commentary

Weekly Market Update: November 18, 2024

Broad market equity indexes gave back much of their post-election gains this week, although pockets of relative euphoria remain. The S&P 500 fell -2% and the Nasdaq 100 fell -3% after the two indexes notched mid-single digit percent increases last week.

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Personal – Saving, Planning & Budgeting

First Things You Should Do When You Get Your First Job

Start saving early, especially in retirement accounts like a 401(k). Create a strict spending plan to avoid financial pitfalls and secure your future.

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Personal – Saving, Planning & Budgeting

Do You Have Enough to Retire?

Transitioning to retirement should incorporate both a measure of your financial assets and an assessment of what you will do in your retirement years.

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Personal - Security Center

Protecting Yourself Online

Connecting online with friends, family and businesses provides enjoyment and opportunities. Following this advice will keep hackers and thieves from ruining your online experience.

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Personal – Saving, Planning & Budgeting

Rising Cost of Living

Despite lower inflation rates, the cost of living remains high, necessitating the need to cut costs, such as energy use, transportation, restaurant meals, and entertainment.

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Personal – Saving, Planning & Budgeting

Should Money be the Only Factor in Choosing Early Retirement?

Thinking about early retirement? It's about more than money. Consider your health, quality of life, and passions to ensure a fulfilling new chapter.

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Personal – Saving, Planning & Budgeting

Strategies for Funding Long-Term Care Insurance

Planning early for long-term care, with options like insurance, savings, and HSAs, can help mitigate the high costs and secure future financial stability.

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Personal – Saving, Planning & Budgeting

Paying for College

Investing in college offers lifelong benefits; funding options like 529 plans, scholarships, and loans can ease costs and maximize value.

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Personal – Saving, Planning & Budgeting

Managing Unexpected Expenses

Natural disasters remind us to prepare for the unexpected with contingency plans, such as building an emergency fund, reducing expenses, and reviewing insurance coverage.

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