Market Commentary
Tariffs, Trends, and Timing: Understanding the Current Market Landscape
The volatility in the markets over the past few days has brought back bad memories from 2020 and the massive swings in the markets. The White House’s latest tariff announcements mark a sharp escalation in trade protectionism, with a new 10% baseline tariff on most U.S. imports and additional reciprocal tariffs pushing the weighted average…
Read MoreNavigating Market Uncertainty with Confidence
Do you ever feel like the unpredictability of today’s world is unprecedented? Many investors, especially those with progressive values or concerns about today’s political climate, may feel like we’re in uncharted territory. The headlines, the policies, the uncertainty, it can all feel overwhelming. It’s natural to think, this time feels different. But history tells a…
Read More2025 – Q1 Market Update
Dear Clients and Friends, We know 2025 did not start the way we envisioned. We all know someone personally that was affected by the LA County fires that ravaged the Palisades and Altadena communities in early January. In the coming months and years, we are going to have to work together to find ways to…
Read MoreWHAT THE RECENT FED RATECUT MEANS FOR YOU And What You Should Do About It
WHAT THE RECENT FED RATE CUT MEANS FOR YOU And What You Should Do About It This past September, the Federal Reserve announced a 0.5% reduction in short-term interest rates, delivering a bigger-than-expected cut. This move marks a shift in strategy from the previous two years. “The Federal Reserve spent the last couple of years…
Read MoreUnderstanding Recent Market Volatility
Staying Informed and Focused Amidst Market Fluctuations The equity markets have recently experienced significant drops. With these sudden changes, we want to keep you informed about what’s happening. Here are some insights to help you navigate this period of ongoing volatility, especially with a contentious election ahead. If you have any questions about the market,…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Corporate Transparency Act
The Corporate Transparency Act is affecting many business owners, investors and real estate owners. Here’s how: On Jan. 1, 2024, a significant regulatory change went into effect that impacts limited liability companies (LLCs), corporations and other entities, but its reach extends beyond the typical business owner. The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) requires certain businesses…
Read MoreMaximizing Your Cash Reserves: Expert Advice
Maximizing Your Cash Reserves: Expert Advice with Anthony Goring, Investment Associate If you have substantial cash reserves in your account with a low return rate, you may want to consider taking the following actions: 1. Evaluate your financial goals and risk tolerance: Before making any investment decisions, it’s essential to consider your financial goals, risk…
Read More2022 Q4 Investment Update
The FED Moves Forward by Looking Backward The FED’s stated mission is to ensure price stability and full employment, which explains the heavy focus on inflation and unemployment data. Unfortunately, both of those series represent lagging indicators that only see the impacts of monetary policy after delays that are long and variable. In times like…
Read MoreFrom The Desk Of John Vance: To Our Vance Wealth Friends & Family
At Vance Wealth, we’ve been spending the summer months refining some of our internal systems, so we can continue to grow and build a company culture that everyone feels invested in. We kicked off the summer by switching up a few aspects of our internship program, in order to make it more successful for our…
Read MoreHow We Support You During Turbulent Times
When we look back on the past two years, there’s one word we’d use to describe the market: volatile. Yet as we look ahead, the only thing we’re sure of is that the volatility is here to stay. But that doesn’t mean it’s time to panic. In fact, at Vance Wealth, we don’t think it’s…
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