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Updated: Oct. 20, 2020 at 8:36 AM EDT
|By WKYT News Staff
The coronavirus continues to linger throughout the United States and cases have slowly been rising in Kentucky.
Updated: Oct. 6, 2020 at 9:52 AM EDT
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Independent wealth management advisor Josh Smith of Strategic Wealth Designers says the economy doesn’t need another factor to make it jumpy. He says the current situation is going to have a lasting impact on how Americans view the pandemic going forward.
Updated: Sep. 29, 2020 at 7:23 AM EDT
This past week some states have begun to announce a full re-opening with no restrictions in place. Fiduciary financial planner Josh Smith of Strategic Wealth Designers says to expect a domino effect of other states following suit in the next month or so.
Updated: Sep. 22, 2020 at 7:19 AM EDT
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September has been on a very rocky course as investors are concerned a March repeat could be ahead.
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Updated: Sep. 15, 2020 at 6:29 AM EDT
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2020 has been a difficult year for millions across the country. Many have found themselves out of work with little to fall back on. Creating an emergency fund is imperative regardless of good or bad times.
Updated: Sep. 8, 2020 at 2:56 AM EDT
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July and August saw strong growth in the stock market even while the economic recovery has been slow. September has opened with the market pulling back off highs as investors gauge the ongoing struggles in the economy.
Updated: Sep. 1, 2020 at 7:07 AM EDT
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There’s been unprecedented demand for new mortgages and refinancing of homes in the United States despite the pandemic in 2020.
Updated: Aug. 25, 2020 at 7:31 AM EDT
No matter what the stock market is doing, a financial portfolio must be positioned according to each individual investor’s situation.
Updated: Aug. 18, 2020 at 9:17 AM EDT
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As the coronavirus drags on, the commercial real estate industry continues to experience a seismic shift in demand.
Updated: Aug. 11, 2020 at 7:38 AM EDT
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The stock market fell by 34% in less than a month from the middle of February into early March. Just as quick, the stock market saw the fastest 20-day rise in the entire 100-year history of trading.
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Updated: Aug. 6, 2020 at 7:21 AM EDT
When the coronavirus pandemic began hitting the United States with full force in early March, many did not consider the pandemic would stretch into the new school year,
Updated: Jul. 29, 2020 at 6:57 AM EDT
Josh Smith of Strategic Wealth Designers says the decision to pull back is a crushing blow to the food and beverage industry.
Updated: Jul. 21, 2020 at 7:52 AM EDT
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Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said, “kids, jobs and a vaccine” will be a top priority in the next stimulus package.
Updated: Jul. 14, 2020 at 9:13 AM EDT
To talk about the economic destruction that could be caused by an online-only learning environment for Kentucky is independent fiduciary financial advisor Rob De Lessio of Strategic Wealth Designers.
Updated: Jul. 7, 2020 at 8:04 AM EDT
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Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said this past week that he expects a package to be approved by the end of the month.
Updated: Jun. 30, 2020 at 8:30 AM EDT
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This past week CEO Brian Chesky of Airbnb, the worldwide travel website for renting private homes said travel will "never, ever go back to the way it was pre-COVID." Josh Smith of Strategic Wealth Designers says the virus likely won't change the industry in the longterm.
Updated: Jun. 23, 2020 at 8:53 AM EDT
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Financial Fallout if Corona Cancels College Football
Updated: Jun. 19, 2020 at 10:35 PM EDT
|By Grace Finerman
We know that restaurant owners faced many challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. Thankfully many spots have opened back up, and one well-known Lexington restaurant owner is trying something new to give diners a fresh experience.
Updated: Jun. 16, 2020 at 11:04 AM EDT
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In 2021, social security for the first time ever will cost more to payout than the income brought in from those in the workforce.
Updated: Jun. 9, 2020 at 8:53 AM EDT
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Josh Smith of Strategic Wealth Designers discusses the stock market's recent reversal following a historic drop.
Updated: Jun. 3, 2020 at 3:13 PM EDT
The number of passengers traveling through Lexington's Blue Grass Airport was down 96.5 percent in April compared to a year ago.
Updated: Jun. 2, 2020 at 4:53 PM EDT
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With more than 40 million Americans filing for unemployment over the last several months, experts are trying to figure out what the future economy will look like.
Updated: May. 26, 2020 at 11:34 AM EDT
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So is the American economy ready to rebound? Dylan Schoonover, Chief Marketing Officer of Strategic Wealth Designers, breaks it down.
Updated: May. 19, 2020 at 8:55 AM EDT
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Rob De Lessio of Strategic Wealth Designers explains what investors should know when it comes to their portfolios during this election year.
Updated: May. 12, 2020 at 8:44 AM EDT
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Millions of people are having to alter their retirement date because of the Coronavirus.
Updated: May. 5, 2020 at 7:39 AM EDT
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Josh Smith of Strategic Wealth Designers shares some of the positive things we've learned in this rough time.
Updated: Apr. 30, 2020 at 11:38 AM EDT
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Jason Vander Pol, CCO of Strategic Wealth Designers, breaks down the serious economic problem facing the United States.
Updated: Apr. 29, 2020 at 7:25 PM EDT
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The oil industry has seen a historic crash despite a recent deal with OPEC. Josh Smith of Strategic Wealth Designers joins us to talk about what is going on.
Updated: Apr. 27, 2020 at 8:47 AM EDT
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Josh Smith of Strategic Wealth Designers talks about how businesses will be able to restart the economy.
Updated: Apr. 14, 2020 at 11:28 AM EDT
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Stimulus checks are being sent out this week to an estimated 80 million Americans.
Updated: Apr. 8, 2020 at 7:26 AM EDT
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Dustin Stanley of Strategic Wealth Designers explains what people who have suddenly found themselves without a job should do to shore up their financial situations.
Updated: Apr. 7, 2020 at 11:07 PM EDT
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The coronavirus pandemic has already had a major impact on the economy, but how should you handle your finances moving forward?
Updated: Mar. 31, 2020 at 10:57 AM EDT
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Josh Smith of Strategic Wealth Designers shares three things you can do in your portfolio to mitigate damage now and for the long term.
Updated: Mar. 27, 2020 at 8:48 AM EDT
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Josh Smith of Strategic Wealth Designers talks about the continued fallout from the Coronavirus.
Updated: Mar. 18, 2020 at 5:58 AM EDT
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Millions of Americans could soon be without a job because of COVID-19.
Updated: Mar. 10, 2020 at 6:17 AM EDT
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With interest rates already at historic lows, is now an excellent time to purchase a home?
Updated: Feb. 25, 2020 at 11:11 AM EST
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It's tax season. Josh Smith with Strategic Wealth Designers has some tips for simplifying the tax filing process.
Updated: Feb. 19, 2020 at 8:43 AM EST
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Knowing how you want to transition your assets to loved ones can be a tough conversation.
Updated: Feb. 11, 2020 at 7:27 AM EST
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Here are some of the best practices to keep in mind when using company stock in your retirement plan.
Updated: Feb. 4, 2020 at 8:33 AM EST
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Valentine's Day is all about romance. But mixing love and money can prove to be challenging.
Updated: Jan. 28, 2020 at 8:33 AM EST
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Rob DeLessio of Strategic Wealth Designers describes what world markets are looking for during a presidential election year in the United States.
Updated: Jan. 21, 2020 at 3:20 PM EST
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Rob DeLessio of Strategic Wealth Designers joins us to talk about a hard lesson to learn in life: becoming financially independent.
Updated: Jan. 14, 2020 at 6:52 AM EST
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President Trump signed the Secure Act into law in early January. Rob De Lessio of Strategic Wealth Designers explains what the Secure Act is and who it impacts.
Updated: Jan. 7, 2020 at 1:31 PM EST
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About 75% of the time, the marker for the entire year follows the results of January. Here's what to watch for this month.
Updated: Dec. 24, 2019 at 12:31 PM EST
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When choosing who to trust when it comes to your money, here are the key questions you should ask.
Updated: Dec. 17, 2019 at 12:06 PM EST
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Rob De Lessio of Strategic Wealth Designers shares four tips to stay financially healthy through the holidays.
Updated: Dec. 11, 2019 at 1:27 PM EST
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Rob De Lessio of Strategic Wealth Designers explains some concerns from the FBI about your privacy when using new smart TVs.
Updated: Dec. 3, 2019 at 2:59 PM EST
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Rob De Lessio of Strategic Wealth Designers explains some options for people who use Medicare including the Medicare advantage plans.
Updated: Dec. 3, 2019 at 8:03 AM EST
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How to balance risks and rewards when investing
Updated: Nov. 19, 2019 at 6:41 AM EST
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Rob De Lessio of Strategic Wealth Designers talks about establishing an IRA and the benefits therein.