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Though markets have recovered from Liberation Day lows, the impact of tariffs remains uncertain. Music from “Break to the Beat” by Jonny Ray. Click to view.

Recent rises in uncertainty, unpredictability, and volatility should not deter long-term investors from sticking to a plan of frequent and regular contributions to retirement accounts. Music from “Break to the Beat” by Jonny Ray. Click to view.

As a year ends and another begins, it may be worthwhile to reflect on how time and compounding interest is the investor’s ally.

Every four years, many may consider avoiding making investments until after the US presidential  election, though history suggests waiting may result in opportunity costs. Music from “Break to the Beat” by Jonny Ray. Click to view.

Instead of a binary, win or lose, one-off event, retirement investing should typically be an ongoing process, with regularly recurring contributions regardless of market conditions. Music from “Break to the Beat” by Jonny Ray. Click to view.

Along with pump-and-dump schemes, insider trading is a common tactic often uncovered by regulators, and frequently involves individual traders and their friends and family. Music from “Break to the Beat” by Jonny Ray. Click to view.

While proponents say bitcoin halvings add to its value, it is difficult to link it to price movements. Also, if it worked as described by supporters, it could indicate crypto markets are inefficient. Music from “Break to the Beat” by Jonny Ray. Click to view.

Pensions usually do not provide enough on their own to sustain working-year lifestyles. Advisors, as well as pension providers, typically recommend having at least two other income sources in retirement. Music from “Break to the Beat” by Jonny Ray. Click to view.

The speculative activity of day trading remains alluring to many. Though even if tough odds and high stakes can be overcome, account minimums and limitations may be a barrier to frequent day trading for many. Music from “Break to the Beat” by Jonny Ray. Click to view.

Will an ETF wrapper boost bitcoin value, or will it move crypto away from its intended use as a peer to peer currency? Music from “Break to the Beat” by Jonny Ray. Click to view.

Fixed income investments such as bonds and annuities make steady, recurring payments, while stocks seek growth through appreciation in share prices. An investor’s worth may play a large role in determining which strategy is most suitable. Music from “Break to the Beat” by Jonny Ray. Click to view.

At their latest meeting, the Federal Reserve all but confirmed they are done increasing interest rates, with inflation expected to keep falling without more hikes. Music from “Break to the Beat” by Jonny Ray. Click to view.

When it comes to getting started with retirement investing, now is probably the best time to do it. Music from “Break to the Beat” by Jonny Ray.

A recent survey showed that Americans think real estate is a better path to wealth than stocks. Are they right — or does the survey reveal common misconceptions? Music from “Break to the Beat” by Jonny Ray. Click to view.

Stocks have entered correction territory, having dropped 10% from their most recent highs, as investors continue to adjust their outlook amid the possibility of the Fed keeping rates higher for longer than expected. Music from “Break to the Beat” by Jonny Ray. Click to view.