Market Currents: A Repeat of the 70’s
The Federal Reserve is making the same mistakes of the 1970s, rapid hikes which could lead to rapid decreases, which could lead to the same, painful results. Alhambra CEO Joe Calhoun explains.
Market Currents – What Caused Inflation and How to Fix It
Who caused today's high inflation? Alhambra CEO Joe Calhoun unmasks those responsible and talks about how it can be fixed.
Market Currents: Fed Confusion
The Federal Reserve seems confused about its role in inflation and unemployment. Alhambra's Steve Brennan and Joe Calhoun discuss it.
Weekly Market Pulse (VIDEO)
Alhambra CEO Joe Calhoun discusses the crazy volatility in last week's stock market and bond market, and whether the Fed will get involved.
It’s Time to Tackle the Year-End Financial Checklist
Here we are again in the final quarter of the year when thoughts turn to Thanksgiving and Christmas and… reviewing your financial house. Oh, that’s not on your list? Well, let’s put it there because financial issues cannot be on automatic pilot. Things change and you need to keep current. Here are 16 items you need to review before the [...]
Weekly Market Pulse (VIDEO)
Alhambra CEO Joe Calhoun has strong words about the next anticipated Fed rate hike, what's really happening with the economy, and what he thinks about last week's OPEC decision to cut oil production.
Market Currents: Don’t Listen to Buy and Hold Investing Advice
For decades a Buy and Hold strategy was a staple of financial advice. But should it be? Alhambra CEO separates myth and reality.
Market Currents: The Untold Reality of Quantitative Easing
Good, bad, or ugly? Alhambra CEO discusses the untold reality of Quantitative Easing.
Ask Bob: Is Maxing Out Your 401k A Good Investment Decision?
Since the beginning of 401(k) plans in 1978, people have considered it to be the quintessential retirement plan—you get to save money before taxes and in most cases, the company puts money into your account, too. What could be better than that? But now, 44 years later, it’s time to take a broader look at 401(k)s that considers taxes on [...]
HSA Contribution Limits Go Up in 2023
If you have a Health Savings Account (HSA), there’s good news and there’s bad news for next year. The good news—in 2023 you’ll be able to contribute more than you have in the past. The bad news—the higher contribution limits are because of the highest inflation rate in more than 4 decades. In 2023, an individual will be able to [...]
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