What’s in the SECURE 2.0 Act?

We cover the components of the SECURE 2.0 Act.

Stordahl Capital ManagementJanuary 9, 2023

Why We Have Never Recommended Crypto to Our Clients

Here are the reasons why we do not advise our clients to “invest” in cryptocurrency.

Investment ManagementBill StordahlJanuary 3, 2023Cryptocurrency, Crypto, Bitcoin, FTX

The Week in Review: January 3, 2023

A look back at the markets in 2022 and what 2023 may have in store for investors.

Stordahl Capital ManagementJanuary 3, 2023

Fear & Greed

Fear and greed create a roller-coaster of reactions that don't help build wealth.

Stordahl Capital ManagementDecember 19, 2022

The Week in Review: December 19, 2022

Fed Chief Jerome Powell took great pains to distance the Fed from the idea that it might be considering a policy shift.

Stordahl Capital ManagementDecember 19, 2022

When Should You Take Your Social Security?

Here are the pieces to consider for putting together your Social Security puzzle.

Stordahl Capital ManagementDecember 12, 2022

The Week in Review: December 12, 2022

An inversion of the 10-year Treasury yield and 3-month T-bill foreshadowed eight of the last nine recessions.

Stordahl Capital ManagementDecember 12, 2022

The Week in Review: December 5, 2022

We explore whether there can be such a thing as too much hiring.

Stordahl Capital ManagementDecember 5, 2022

6 Ways to Offset Inflation in 2023

It appears high inflation will continue into 2023. Here are six ways to protect your buying power.

Financial PlanningBill StordahlNovember 30, 2022Inflation, Interest Rates, Federal Reserve, I Bonds, Real Estate

The Week in Review: November 21, 2022

The Federal Reserve estimates that households still hold $1.7 trillion in government largesse, down from a peak of $2.3 trillion.

Kristen LukeNovember 21, 2022

The Week in Review: November 14, 2022

The CPI's increase came in slower than expected, sparking a market rally.

Stordahl Capital ManagementNovember 14, 2022

Six Financial Best Practices for Year-End 2022

Read this article to learn six steps to take before 2022 ends.

Stordahl Capital ManagementNovember 14, 2022

Retiring Early? How to Get Health Care Coverage Before Medicare

Here are five options for health insurance if you are an early retiree not yet eligible for Medicare.

The Week in Review: November 7, 2022

Fed Chief Jerome Powell plans to reduce the pace of rate increases. How does that affect the peak?

Stordahl Capital ManagementNovember 7, 2022

How to Prepare for the Financial Risk of Living a Long Life

We all want long and well-lived lives. Here are financial steps to help create a financial foundation to sustain you.

Retirement planningBill StordahlOctober 31, 2022Longevity, Long Life, Long-Term Care, Health Care

The Week in Review: October 31, 2022

GDP in the third quarter expanded, erasing the declines of Q1 and Q2 and averting recession, at least for now.

Stordahl Capital ManagementOctober 31, 2022

The Week in Review: October 24, 2022

Going back to 1960, the LEI has a perfect record of calling recessions, but nailing the onset of a recession is not its strong point.

Stordahl Capital ManagementOctober 24, 2022

Back to the Investment Basics, Part 5: Patience and Personal Persistence

Let patience and persistence help guide you toward your investing goals.

Stordahl Capital ManagementOctober 17, 2022

The Week in Review: October 17, 2022

The Fed continues to take a hard line on inflation as it plays catch-up after failing to raise rates last year.

Stordahl Capital ManagementOctober 17, 2022

Banks Aren’t Keeping Up with Interest Rates—What Should You Do?

The government has raised interest rates, but your bank probably hasn’t matched the increase. What can you do to help offset inflation? Here are some ideas.