ECONOMY AT A GLANCE:

Much has changed since the financial crises ended in June 2009. The table below juxtaposes ten important economic indicators. Each gauge brings its insights; collectively the list provides a snapshot of the overall economy. A significant gap exists between those who embrace the prospects of today’s economy and those that see dire straights. As American

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ECONOMY AT A GLANCE:

Much has changed since the financial crises ended in June 2009. The table below juxtaposes ten important economic indicators. Each gauge brings its insights; collectively the list provides a snapshot of the overall economy. A significant gap exists between those who embrace the prospects of today’s economy and those that see dire straights. As American

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A Colossal Convergence:

Nearly a decade ago over 15 million Americans were seeking employment and trying to get back to work. Unfortunately, there were only 2 million jobs available. The tide has turned: now there are 6.5 million job openings and 6.5 million unemployed. The ratio of employment needed to jobs available has fallen from 7:1 to 1:1.

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Retirement Revelations

Remember the K.I.S.S. principle: Keep it Simple, Save! Retirement is on its way; be prepared! As reported in the Fed’s consumer finance survey, in 2016 the median and mean average family income was $52,700 and $102,700, respectively. The study indicates that 52.1% of Americans have retirement accounts with median assets totaling $60,800 and average assets

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