January Market Update 2023

Join Steve LaFrance, CFP® with Blakely Financial as he updates you on the last month in 3 minutes.

5 Common Factors Affecting Retirement Income

When it comes to planning for your retirement income, it’s easy to overlook some of the common factors that can affect how much you’ll have available to spend.

High Inflation: How Long Will It Last?

Inflation has proven to be more stubborn than expected. In this article, we review the forces behind rising prices, the Fed’s plan to combat them, and more.

What’s Driving Gas Prices Higher?

Whether you’ve seen the prices at the pump, clicked on the headlines, or overheard discussions in the grocery store, you know the rising cost of gas has everyone talking.

Following the Inflation Debate

During the 12 months ending in June 2021, consumer prices shot up 5.4%, the highest inflation rate since 2008. Was the “base effect” to blame?