Gold Price Forecast: Geopolitical Risks Push XAU to $2,790 | Economic Outlook for 2025

Gold Price Forecast

Gold Price Forecast are surging towards new highs, with analysts predicting that the precious metal could soon test the $2,790 mark. As of late October 2024, gold reached an impressive record high of $2,789.86, as traders flock to the safe-haven asset in response to rising geopolitical risks and economic uncertainties. Geopolitical Tensions and the U.S. … Read more

5 Top Stocks to Watch in December 2024: Market Insights and Predictions

5 Top Stocks to Watch in December 2024

5 Top Stocks to Watch in December 2024, savvy investors are looking for stocks that can deliver strong returns in December and beyond. With the markets continuing to adjust to economic conditions and technological advancements, there are several companies poised for growth. Here are five stocks to consider for your investment portfolio. Conclusion: As we … Read more

2024 FIRE Wrap-Up! – Retire by 40

Happy New Year everyone! I hope you had a nice winter break. We went to visit families near Palm Springs and had a great time. It was so nice and sunny there. I don’t know how many more gloomy Pacific Northwest winters I can take. We’ll probably move down to California after RB40Jr finishes high … Read more

Different Approaches To Retirement Planning Continued: EDU #2406

Home » Podcasts » Different Approaches To Retirement Planning Continued: EDU #2406 February 7, 2024 Jim and Chris sit down to continue their discussion from last week on a listeners do-it-yourself retirement plan. Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:18:02 — 35.7MB) Subscribe: Check out the background of firms and investment professionals on … Read more

AARP Statement on Social Security 2024 COLA Announcement

WASHINGTON—AARP Chief Executive Officer Jo Ann Jenkins released the following statement in response to today’s announcement of a 3.2% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), or an average of $59 more per month, in Social Security income: “Retirees can rest a little easier at night knowing they will soon receive an increase in their Social Security checks to help … Read more

Roth Conversions, Social Security, CD Ladders, and SPIAs: Q&A #2405

Home » Podcasts » Roth Conversions, Social Security, CD Ladders, and SPIAs: Q&A #2405 February 3, 2024 Jim and Chris sit down to discuss listeners questions relating to Roth conversions, Social Security, CD ladders, and SPIAs. (3:30) A Californian listener wonders if Roth conversions are subject to the Social Security earnings test. (9:30) Georgette from … Read more

Gratitude for 2024 – Retire by 40

Happy Holidays, everyone! I hope you are enjoying the holidays as much as RB40Jr. He loves winter break because he doesn’t have to go to school. Life is so simple for a kid. This year, we are flying to California to visit families for a week. Normally, I don’t like to travel during Christmas because … Read more