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April 2020
Market Reacts to Oil Prices – Weekly update – April 27th, 2020
The Week on Wall Street Stock prices bounced around last week as investors reacted to wild swings in the price of oil and reports that called into question the efficacy of two potential virus treatments. The Dow Jones Industrial Average retreated 1.93%, while [...]
4 Measures to Help Businesses Through the Coronavirus Shutdown
The Small Business Administration (SBA) is tasked with distributing $350 billion in loans to help businesses. Small businesses may qualify for the Paycheck Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loans, while other businesses may qualify for breaks, tax deferments, and credits through the [...]
Two Trends Sweeping the Nation During Self-Isolation
Widespread Coronavirus-caused quarantining has led to some interesting pastimes. If you’re spending more time at home these days than unusual, you may know the joy that comes with having a more relaxed schedule. Baking bread and experimenting with coffee has become widely popular [...]
Greg O’Donnell Guest Stars on The Mark Thompson Show
Greg was a special guest on The Mark Thompson Show on KGO 810. He shared his insight, the steps his firm took to help protect clients during the recent turmoil, and how they will continue to try to help protect their clients [...]
First Post-COVID-19 Data Arrives – Weekly update – April 20th, 2020
The Week on Wall Street Stock prices pushed higher last week as news of a White House plan to reopen the economy and reports of a potential COVID-19 treatment helped the market overcome weak economic data and an ugly start to the corporate [...]
A Guide to the CARES Act for Americans Age 50 and Over
President Trump signed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act into law to help Americans combat the economic effects of the coronavirus. It includes potential tax breaks, checks for qualifying Americans, and temporary new rules for retirement account withdrawals. Here’s a [...]
5 Ways to Help Fight the Spread of the Coronavirus
As the number of coronavirus cases in the U.S. and abroad climbs every day, everyone is being encouraged to practice social distancing and take other preventative measures. And while no vaccine for the coronavirus is currently available, there are things you can do [...]
Market Rally – Weekly update – April 13th, 2020
The Week on Wall Street The stock market staged a broad rally this week, buoyed by the prospect that COVID-19’s grip on the nation may be easing and news of another Federal Reserve program to help stabilize businesses. The Dow Jones Industrial Average [...]
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