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The Enjoyment of Remote Work
Remote work is the ‘new normal’ since businesses have transitioned to remote operations or have completely closed for the duration of COVID-19. During 2020, the remote work culture has projected forward due to necessity, and companies that made the transition swiftly have also reaped the rewards of continual revenue during this period.
Using Life Insurance for Charitable Giving
Many people have causes they are passionate about, whether it is a non-profit institution, animal or human rights efforts, ending homelessness, or another mission that benefits society. Some of these causes represent personal experiences that donors would like to help resolve for future generations, such as giving to a cancer research fund after a loved one passes. Still, others are passionate about conservation and may donate money to save rainforests.
Need to Roll Over Your 401(k)? Consider a Fixed-Indexed Annuity
When you leave your employer, you also discontinue contributing to your 401(k) or receiving your employer’s match. You may be going on to another employer or possibly retiring. Either way, you may want to consider a fixed-indexed annuity when rolling over your 401(k) to avoid the following:
What We Do And How We Can Help
By Joel Rieck
When it comes to your money, a one-size-fits-all formula or product won’t work for you. Your life, your goals, and your worries are unique to you and need a unique plan to give you the financial confidence and peace of mind you long for. But that probably seems easier said than done, right?
That’s where we come in. At Northland Financial, we are passionate about giving you the guidance, tools, and services necessary to prepare and secure your finances, both for today and the future.
Why Does Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Matter?
When looking to protect your financial future in today’s COVID-19 environment, it’s essential to understand how the economy functions on a historical basis as it relates to the country’s GDP (Gross Domestic Product) and the stock market.
U.S. Unemployment: Problems for the Economy?
The U.S. unemployment rate is the percentage of unemployed workers in the total labor force and indicates the health of the U.S. economy. COVID-19 has significantly impacted unemployment to record numbers not previously seen since the government began tracking the data in 1939. COVID-19 has surpassed The Great Depression in the amount of unemployed and the economic fallout to businesses and workers.
Restarting the U.S. Economy: What is The Fed Doing?
When the U.S. economy is stagnant, the U.S. Government uses fiscal and monetary tools to stimulate the U.S. economy. However, with our economy facing multiple problems, that may not be an ‘easy fix’ in comparison to past recessions. COVID-19, social unrest, permanent business closings, and an upside-down GDP may prove to be difficult problems to overcome in the near term.
Why I Became A Financial Advisor
By Joel Rieck
Most of us can point to specific people or events that influenced our decisions and made a significant impact on how we live our lives. For me, it was the inspiration and example of my grandfather that led me to where I am today. He was a financial advisor, and I got to see firsthand the impact he had on both his community and the lives of individuals who relied on him to guide them through financial decisions. I deeply respected his dedication and wanted to add value to others’ lives in the same way.
Travel Plans Cancelled? Buy Local and Travel Local
COVID-19 has changed the way that Americans shop and travel, impacting our spending habits indefinitely. With stores, hotels, and restaurants closed or at limited capacity, many choose to stay at home and purchase online or locally, helping to support their local small businesses. The positive impact of working from home, virtual meetings, and happy hours, on-line fitness classes, and being at home is that our consumption habits have changed. Read hear to learn why you should buy local and travel local.
Do Not Put Off Your Retirement, Revise Your Financial Plan.
What a decade this has been for retirement planning! Coming out of The Great Recession and into COVID-19 has many Americans nearing retirement considering not retiring as they have planned. Sometimes revising your financial plan and way of thinking is all you need to make retiring on time a reality. Check out these steps to help you revise your financial plan:
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