Thought of the Week - Focus

Kristen LukeMay 15, 2023

The Week in Review: May 15, 2023

Blame high inflation for the jump in interest rates, which has pressured the major stock market averages.

Stordahl Capital ManagementMay 15, 2023

The Debt Ceiling: What It Is, The Ramifications, and Why We Think It Will Be Raised

Read this article to learn what a default could mean for Americans and why we think the debt ceiling will ultimately be raised.

The Week in Review: May 8, 2023

The Federal Reserve's war on inflation appears to be on a collision course with a banking crisis that flared up again last week.

Stordahl Capital ManagementMay 8, 2023

De-dollarization: 5 Reasons Why It Won’t Happen Anytime Soon

De-dollarization has been a hot topic of late, but it’s unlikely that it will happen in the foreseeable future. Here are five reasons why.

Who Is “the Media”?

Despite the opinions and predictions, nobody knows what will cause what stocks or markets to rise or fall, at what points in time.

Stordahl Capital ManagementMay 1, 2023

The Week in Review: May 1, 2023

Last year probably didn't end as strongly as it appears, and Q1 probably wasn’t as weak as suggested.

Stordahl Capital ManagementMay 1, 2023

Blending Families: Estate Planning Considerations for Second Marriages

Here are key considerations for estate planning in second marriages.

The Week in Review: April 24, 2023

We have yet to see investors decisively conclude a recession is inevitable amid the economic crosscurrents.

Stordahl Capital ManagementApril 24, 2023

The Week in Review: April 17, 2023

The slowdown in the rate of inflation last month was aided by food and energy prices.

Stordahl Capital ManagementApril 17, 2023

Understanding Income in Respect of a Decedent (IRD): What It Is and How It Affects Your Taxes

Read this article to find out what IRD is and how it can affect an estate or its beneficiaries.

The Week in Review: April 10, 2023

While there are plenty of companies begging for workers, there is a mismatch in skills.

Stordahl Capital ManagementApril 10, 2023

Charles Schwab Reassures Clients of Asset Safety

Schwab recently went on record to offer its perspective on recent bank failures and why the company prides itself on being a strong financial institution.

The Week in Review: April 3, 2023

Inflation remains above the Fed’s 2% annual goal.

Stordahl Capital ManagementApril 3, 2023

Money Market Mutual Funds vs. Bank Sweeps: Which Is Right for Managing Your Cash?

How money market mutual funds and bank sweeps may fit into your cash management system.

Considering a Move? What to Know About Estate and Inheritance Taxes

If you’re considering a move out of state, it’s important to know your new state’s estate and inheritance tax laws.

Is Social Security Going Bust?

The political will to reform Social Security seems strong and bipartisan.

Stordahl Capital ManagementMarch 27, 2023

The Week in Review: March 27, 2023

The Federal Reserve shifts its language on rate hikes.

Stordahl Capital ManagementMarch 27, 2023

The Week in Review: March 20, 2023

In today’s world, it’s not bad loans driving banking woes. It’s fear.

Bill StordahlMarch 20, 2023

Does the FDIC Cover Your Bank Deposits?

Here are the accounts and amounts the FDIC covers and what to do if you exceed FDIC limits.