Wed.Nov 06, 2024

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MBA: Mortgage Applications Decreased in Weekly Survey

Calculated Risk

From the MBA: Mortgage Applications Decrease in Latest MBA Weekly Survey Mortgage applications decreased 10.8 percent from one week earlier, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) Weekly Applications Survey for the week ending November 1, 2024. The Market Composite Index, a measure of mortgage loan application volume, decreased 10.8 percent on a seasonally adjusted basis from one week earlier.

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Personal finance links: a worthy goal

Abnormal Returns

Podcasts Christine Benz and Amy Arnott talk the state of retirement with Anne Tergensen of the WSJ. (morningstar.com) Barry Ritholtz talks shareholder yield with Meb Faber of Cambria Investments. (ritholtz.com) Carl Richards talks avoiding burnout with Jonny Miller. (podcasts.apple.com) Taxes A year-end tax planning checklist. (kindnessfp.com) How to think about taxes in early retirement.

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Thursday: FOMC Statement, Unemployment Claims

Calculated Risk

Note: Mortgage rates are from MortgageNewsDaily.com and are for top tier scenarios. Thursday: • At 8:30 AM ET, The initial weekly unemployment claims report will be released. The consensus is for 230 thousand initial claims, up from 227 thousand last week. • At 2:00 PM, FOMC Meeting Announcement. The Fed is expected to cut rates 25bp at this meeting. • At 2:30 PM, Fed Chair Jerome Powell holds a press briefing following the FOMC announcement.

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Values, Purpose, Action: A 3-Part Approach To Establish A “Statement Of Financial Purpose” And Unlock Deeper, More Meaningful Planning Conversations With Clients

Nerd's Eye View

In the early days of financial planning, serving clients often meant developing transactional relationships focused on facilitating trades and selling insurance. Over time, advisors shifted toward more analytical approaches, such as investment management and retirement planning. Today, the industry has evolved further, with a growing emphasis on aligning financial decisions with clients' personal priorities and life goals.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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ATM: What Never Changes with Money

The Big Picture

 ATM: Title At the Money: What Never Changes with Money (November 6, 2024) As much as our era seems to be unprecedented, Human nature is same as it ever was. Our behavior around risk and reward has been very consistent over the millennia. Full transcript coming soon. ~~~ About this week’s guest: Morgan Housel is a partner at the Collaborative Fund and author of “ The Psychology of Money: Timeless lessons on wealth, greed, and happiness.

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Wednesday links: little acts of humanity

Abnormal Returns

Prediction markets Prediction markets got things right this go round. (coindesk.com) When election prediction markets pay out. (axios.com) One thing prediction markets got wrong. (axios.com) Finance Now is a good time to be selling a private credit manager. (ft.com) More ETFs, means a need for more tickers. It's getting cutthroat out there. (finance.yahoo.com) Apple Apple ($AAPL) is investing in Globalstar to support satellite capabilities.

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Warren Buffett’s Charitable Trust Requires His Kids’ Unanimous Consent

Wealth Management

Will Warren Buffett's decision to leave his fortune to charity create harmony or discord among his children?

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How to invest in real estate with only 500 rupees?

Trade Brains

The Indian real estate market, traditionally requiring substantial investments, is evolving with the rise of Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs). Now even small investors can participate in property investments with minimal capital. What are REITs? Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) have revolutionised property investment in India. These companies manage profitable real estate portfolios across various sectors.

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Wealthfront Shutters Fund That Brought Dalio Playbook to Masses

Wealth Management

The Wealthfront Risk Parity Fund will be liquidated and dissolved on or about January 3.

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Stocks that are currently trading in the oversold zone with RSI less than 30

Trade Brains

The Nifty 50 index has experienced a significant correction, falling from a high of 26,277 to a low of 24,400, representing a decline of approximately 7.14%. This sharp pullback has led to broader market volatility, but it has also created opportunities for investors. Many fundamentally strong Nifty 50 stocks are now trading at attractive valuations, For long-term investors, this dip could provide a chance to accumulate quality stocks at lower prices, particularly those with strong financials, s

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Are Robots Replacing You? Keeping Humans in the Loop in Automated Environments

Speaker: Erroll Amacker

As businesses increasingly adopt automation, finance leaders must navigate the delicate balance between technology and human expertise. This webinar explores the critical role of human oversight in accounts payable (AP) automation and how a people-centric approach can drive better financial performance. Join us for an insightful discussion on how integrating human expertise into automated workflows enhances decision-making, reduces fraud risks, strengthens vendor relationships, and accelerates R

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AI, Data, and Security: Inside the CTO Strategy for Elite RIAs

Wealth Management

Tuesday, December 03, 2024 | 2:00 PM ET

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Enhance Your Reach: Content Marketing for Financial Advisors

Midstream Marketing

Key Highlights Content marketing helps financial advisors stand out and earn trust from potential clients. When advisors share valuable content for a specific target audience, they can attract new clients and boost their online presence. A strong content marketing strategy involves setting clear goals, knowing your target audience, creating various types of content, and using social media and SEO effectively.

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AI, Data, and Security: Inside the CTO Strategy for Elite RIAs

Wealth Management

Tuesday, December 03, 2024 | 2:00 PM ET

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Anil agarwal Stock falls 8% after Govt of India Plans OFS of 10 Cr Shares

Trade Brains

One of the Blue chip stocks engaged in the production of zinc, lead, and silver has plunged by 7.63 percent after announcing the government of India proposed an offer for sale (OFS) of 10.56 crore equity shares, which is 2.5 percent stake of the company. Stock movement In Wednesday’s trading session, Hindustan Zinc Limited’s share plunged by 7.63 percent from the previous close of Rs. 559.45.

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Book of Secrets on the Month-End Close

Based off SkyStem's popular e-Book, the book of secrets to the month-end close will be revealed in this one-hour webinar. Learn leading practices when it comes to building a strong and sustainable month-end close that has room to grow and evolve. Learn about the power of precise estimates, why reconciliations are critical to closing the books, how and when to automate, and how the chart of accounts play into your close process.

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Unlocking the Power of Complex Assets and Legacy Gifts in Philanthropy

Wealth Management

As $80 trillion transitions over the next two decades through the Great Wealth Transfer, the value of complex assets and bequests will only grow for charities aiming to maximize their impact.

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Validea’s Top NASDAQ 100 Stocks – November 2024

Validea

The NASDAQ 100 has outperformed all the other major indexes for a long time now. Due to its strong run, and the fact that it is dominated by growth companies, many investors think that there aren’t too many fundamentally sound stocks left in the index. But our quantitative models are still seeing value in some names within the index. Validea’s guru system uses 22 quantitative strategies based on historically successful investors like Warren Buffett and Peter Lynch and academic resear

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Uptick Partners Launches Guarantee Program for Partner Firms

Wealth Management

Uptick’s founders are so confident in their non-protocol transition process that they will forgo their profit margin until an advisor gets back to 100% revenue.

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Why It’s Difficult to Focus on Others

Advisor Perspectives

Humans are wired for "self-focus," but shifting to "other-focus" can help advisors build better relationships with clients.

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Stop Falling Short When It Matters Most—The Elite Advisor’s Playbook to Success

Like being inches from the end zone, many advisors are frustratingly close to their next level of success. You work hard. You put in the hours. But if your closing rate is stuck or your pipeline feels like a revolving door… something has to change. Most advisors are just one small shift away from dramatically increasing their revenue. The difference?

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Warren Buffett’s Charitable Trust Requires His Kids’ Unanimous Consent

Wealth Management

Will Warren Buffett's decision to leave his fortune to charity create harmony or discord among his children?

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Multiple Jobholders Account for 5.3% of All Employed

Advisor Perspectives

Multiple jobholders account for 5.3% of civilian employment. The survey captures data for four subcategories of the multi-job workforce, the relative sizes of which we've illustrated in a pie chart.

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Strategies to Help Accelerate Business

Wealth Management

Are female clients the secret to growing your business? Find out.

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Unemployment Claims as a Recession Indicator: October 2024

Advisor Perspectives

What does the ratio of unemployment claims tell us about where we are in the business cycle and recession risk?

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Demo SkyStem’s Award Winning Month-End Close Solution & Earn $100

Is your finance team bogged down by endless data requests and disorganized spreadsheets during the month-end close? It’s time to consider a better option – automate with ART! SkyStem’s solution works alongside your ERP to transform the close and account reconciliation process and speed up month-end work. Explore SkyStem’s ART - the award-winning account reconciliation automation platform - and receive a $100 Amazon gift card as a thank you for your time.

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Unlocking the Power of Complex Assets and Legacy Gifts in Philanthropy

Wealth Management

As $80 trillion transitions over the next two decades through the Great Wealth Transfer, the value of complex assets and bequests will only grow for charities aiming to maximize their impact.

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The ‘Happiness Plateau’ Doesn’t Exist

Advisor Perspectives

The idea that money can’t buy you happiness is one of the world’s most persistent tropes. King Midas is granted his wish that everything he touches will turn to gold only to starve to death.

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An Advisor’s Choice: Generate Life Insurance Premiums or Assets Under Management?

Wealth Management

A matter of critical importance to the merely well-to-do.

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What Advisors Need From Tech in 2025

Advisor Perspectives

Tech adoption by advisors can improve client relationships, but they need to find the right tools.

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Next-Level Fraud Prevention: Strategies for Today’s Threat Landscape

Speaker: Sierre Lindgren

Fraud is a battle that every organization must face – it’s no longer a question of “if” but “when.” Every organization is a potential target for fraud, and the finance department is often the bullseye. From cleverly disguised emails to fraudulent payment requests, the tactics of cybercriminals are advancing rapidly. Drawing insights from real-world cases and industry expertise, we’ll explore the vulnerabilities in your processes and how to fortify them effectively.

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Warren Buffett’s Charitable Trust Requires His Kids’ Unanimous Consent

Wealth Management

Will Warren Buffett's decision to leave his fortune to charity create harmony or discord among his children?

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The Bond Market Update: What You Need to Know

Advisor Perspectives

Things are looking up for bonds - learn what makes them a great addition to your portfolio right now.

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An Advisor’s Choice: Generate Life Insurance Premiums or Assets Under Management?

Wealth Management

A matter of critical importance to the merely well-to-do.

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What Does God Say About Financial Responsibility?

Cornerstone Financial Advisory

All Bible verses in this article are English Standard Version (ESV). As Christians, we often find ourselves seeking guidance on how to manage our finances in a way that honors God. Questions like “ How does God want me to manage my finances ?” and “ What does God say about money and finances ?” are common among believers striving to align their financial practices with their faith.

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Fall In Love With the Month-End Close

It's the time of year to give our close process some TLC. Join us in this one hour webinar where we discuss how to adopt leading practices and infuse technology into the month-end close process to improve our experience and increase our productivity during month-end and quarter-end close. Learning Objectives: This course's objective is to understand how the month-end close can be improved with automation and adoption of leading practices.