How to Start Creative Writing in Retirement

How to Start Creative Writing in Retirement Barnett Financial & Tax

Writing can be a great hobby to pick up in retirement. Maybe you’ve had an idea for a TV show for a long time, or you’ve always wanted to try writing a novel. Now can be a great time to start! The most important rule for writing is to just do it. This may seem…

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Current Market Risks and Your Retirement

Current Market Risks and Your Retirement Barnett Financial & Tax

Our current economic situation is complex and, in some ways, unprecedented. Because of the pandemic, we have seen massive changes in how the market behaves, and we are having to readjust how we approach retirement planning. Government Payouts One of the major changes that we saw during the pandemic was the government directly stepping in…

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Wonder and Wander Through Enriching Museums

Wonder and Wander Through Enriching Museums Barnett Financial & Tax

Going to museums can be a truly joyful experience that offers a wealth of cultural, historical, and artistic treasures. Here are some of the reasons why visiting museums can be such a rewarding experience. Cultural enrichment: Museums offer a unique opportunity to learn about different cultures and gain a deeper understanding of the world around…

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What Does a Rolling Recession Mean for Your Retirement?

What Does a Rolling Recession Mean for Your Retirement? Barnett Financial & Tax

What Is A Rolling Recession? You may have noticed that the economy after the pandemic has been very up and down. And while there has been talk of a possible recession for a few years now, we have yet to completely enter a recession. A recession is traditionally defined as a consistent, widespread downturn in…

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Experience The Television Renaissance

Experience The Television Renaissance Barnett Financial & Tax

Somewhere around 1999 and 2000, television started to change. Sitcoms were still very popular, and weekly dramas were also big, but several shows revolutionized how we think of television. They turned television into a medium for long-form, poetic storytelling. Before Netflix and streaming services pumped out shows as 8-hour binges, the following shows of the…

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The SVB Situation and Your Financial Picture

How Banks Work Barnett Financial & Tax

You’ve likely heard the news that Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) has experienced a financial shock. In a matter of a few short days, Silicon Valley Bank lost its funds and went under. So, let’s get into the facts that can help put this event into context. The Series of Events Before interest rates started to…

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Putting Together the Puzzle Pieces of Retirement Planning

Putting Together the Puzzle Pieces of Retirement Planning Barnett Financial And Tax

Over the course of your life, you have probably acquired several different retirement accounts, and you have likely considered many kinds of retirement strategies. The key now, if you have recently retired or you are about to retire, is to start putting those different pieces together to form a complete picture of what you have…

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Traditional (And Unusual) Pets for Retirees

Traditional (And Unusual) Pets for Retirees Barnett Financial & Tax

If you are planning on retiring or you have just retired, this might be the perfect time to get a pet! Now that you have more time to focus on the things you want, you may find that you finally have time to take care of a pet. Pets are like companions and hobbies all…

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Will Your Retirement Savings Be Enough?

Will Your Retirement Savings Be Enough? Barnett Financial & Tax

Are you unsure of how much money you will need in retirement? This is a very common concern for Americans as they approach retirement age. This blog will give you some tips on how to begin estimating your needs in the future, as well as some tips on how to increase the longevity of your…

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Cure Your Winter Woes with These Homey Delights

Cure Your Winter Woes with These Homey Delights Barnett Financial & Tax

With the holidays over, we are officially approaching the thick of the winter season. This time of year can be difficult, whether it be the bitter cold, lack of daylight, or decrease in social gatherings. But there is one perk that winter brings: comfort food. Comfort food gives rise to a psychologically comfortable and pleasurable…

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