Is cash in portfolios still “trash”? Bridgewater founder Ray Dalio described it that way in 2018 when interest rates were low.  The rising rates we’re seeing now have changed his mind. Brian Murphy offers advice on how to make the most of your cash accounts. • It’s time to take another look at your 401(k) plan. The new federal spending bill contains provisions to make it easier to save for retirement, as Arezou Rezvani explains. • The new year can bring new financial resolutions. CFA®  Daniel Kern describes five that can lead to a healthier financial life in 2023.

When It Comes To Cash Yields, Cash Is No Longer Trash — The description coined by Ray Dalio in 2018 no longer applies. The rising interest rates have investors searching for new ways to capitalize on their cash accounts. Brian Murphy of Kiplinger writes about ways to improve your cash yields. Read more…

How The Federal Spending Bill Will Make It Easier To Save For Retirement — The new $1.7 trillion spending bill signed into law by President Biden includes key provisions that are meant to make it easier for workers to save for retirement.  Arezou Rezvani explains how. Read more…

5 Investment Resolutions To Make For 2023 — In the spirit of the season, investors should consider making (and sticking to) 2023 New Year’s investment resolutions to lead a healthier investment life. Daniel Kern, CFA®, CFP®, lists 5 of them. Read more…

 

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