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Optimism is flourishing in the economy but there is a silent killer for consumers. That assassin is inflation. For more of our thoughts, check out our latest newsletter - "Inflation Worries Return" https://www.johansonfinancial.com/newsletters

Internet scams show no signs of letting up. In fact, the problem may be getting worse. The FBI said it saw the largest number of complaints and the highest dollar losses reported since the center was established 20 years ago. For more of our thoughts, check out our latest blog - "Avoid Being Scammed" written by David Johanson https://www.johansonfinancial.com/blog-01

We should not underestimate social media's ability to mobilize, organize and influence people. GameStop's recent fluctuation is a prime example. For more of our thoughts, check out our latest newsletter - "If It Sounds Too Good to Be True, It Usually Is" https://www.johansonfinancial.com/newsletters

Although 2020 presented the world with unique challenges, there are several reasons to be positive about the economy. For more of our thoughts, check out our latest newsletter - "Renewed Optimism for a New Year" https://www.johansonfinancial.com/newsletters

We have come a long way since the 1918 flu pandemic, and with a brief history lesson we hope to provide investors a little more guidance and patience. For more of our thoughts, check out our latest blog - "What History Can Tell Us About the Post-COVID-19 Investing Market" written by David Johanson https://www.johansonfinancial.com/blog-01

The DJIA vaulted above 30,000 for the first time in history, despite political uncertainty and the devastating worldwide COVID-19 pandemic. Patience is an investors best friend. For more of our thoughts, check out our latest newsletter - "30,000 Reasons to Celebrate" https://www.johansonfinancial.com/newsletters

Sometimes our emotions can be our worst enemy. Let's keep ourselves rooted in long-term investing. For more of our thoughts, check out our latest blog - "The Biggest Investment Mistake" written by David Johanson https://www.johansonfinancial.com/blog-01

The time is now to get your emergency plan in place. Perhaps you already have one, so what better time to review and revise it. For more of our thoughts, check out our latest blog - "Be Strong. Be Prepared" written by David Johanson https://www.johansonfinancial.com/blog-01

With the final count of electoral votes still on the horizon, let's not forget a difference of opinion is essential in society. Treat each other with kindness. We are all more alike than we are different. For more of our thoughts, check out our latest newsletter - "Election 2020" https://www.johansonfinancial.com/newsletters

Champion Boxer and Olympic Gold medalist, Muhammad Ali, said, Don’t count the days. Make the days count. For more of our thoughts, check out our latest newsletter - "Now Is the Time" https://www.johansonfinancial.com/newsletters

In a recent survey, 45% of investors said they plan to make changes to their investments because of the election. If history is any guide, this may not be a wise decision. For more of our thoughts, check out our latest newsletter - "Politics Is a Messy Business" https://www.johansonfinancial.com/newsletters

Have you heard regular exercise has been linked to higher salaries? Exercise could also lower your healthcare bills and increase longevity. For more of our thoughts, check out our latest blog - "Regular Exercise Linked to Success in Life" written by David Johanson https://www.johansonfinancial.com/blog-01

Timing the market is an unreliable strategy for our clients. We make decisions based on the economy, earnings, and the election to support your portfolios in these unprecedented times. For more of our thoughts, check out our latest newsletter - "The Three E's" https://www.johansonfinancial.com/newsletters

The time is now to get your emergency plan in place. Perhaps you already have one, so what better time to review and revise it. For more of our thoughts, check out our latest blog - "Be Strong. Be Prepared" written by David Johanson https://www.johansonfinancial.com/blog-01

Champion Boxer and Olympic Gold medalist, Muhammad Ali, said, Don’t count the days. Make the days count. For more of our thoughts, check out our latest newsletter - "Now Is the Time" https://www.johansonfinancial.com/newsletters

We will see if the V-shaped recovery continues, or if a U, or W, or a series of jagged peaks and valleys carries forward. The shape of the recovery might depend on four issues... For more of our thoughts, check out our latest newsletter - "Mid-Year Outlook: Selloff. Rebound. What's Next?" https://www.johansonfinancial.com/newsletters

The CARES Act establishes a temporary RMD rule exception that presents an important decision clients can make this year. For more of our thoughts, check out our latest blog - "To Do or Not to Do RMD Rules for 2020" written by David Johanson https://www.johansonfinancial.com/blog-01

2020 has been an extremely rough time for the world and certainly for investors. For more of our thoughts, check out our latest newsletter - "Questions and Answers" https://www.johansonfinancial.com/newsletters

If we look back at the data over the last 60 years, stocks have been an excellent vehicle for individual investors to create wealth. Today, the outlook has soured due to the health and economic crisis, but we have seen the U.S. economy recover and climb to new highs before. For more of our thoughts, check out our latest blog - "Playing the Averages" written by David Johanson https://www.johansonfinancial.com/blog-01

We do not know what might happen during the coming months/years, but the long-term historical trend has been favorable. Let’s continue to keep our long-term financial goals in mind, even during these trying times. For more of our thoughts, check out our latest newsletter - "Forging Ahead Amid Uncertainty" https://www.johansonfinancial.com/newsletters

On March 27, 2020, President Trump signed into law the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. This post only covers a fraction of the changes, but some you might find interesting. For more of our thoughts, check out our latest blog - "CARES Act Overview" written by David Johanson http://www.johansonfinancial.com/blog

The month of March is known for March Madness as college basketball fans go crazy vying for their team’s chances at a National Championship. Basketball got canceled, but boy did we get a new definition of March Madness. For more of our thoughts, check out our latest newsletter - "Sheltering Your Portfolio in Place" http://www.johansonfinancial.com/newsletters