Regardless of whether you are an avid reader of Market Watch or just tune in to the nightly news every now and then, you know that 2017 was a banner year for stocks. In fact, both the Dow Jones and the S&P 500 celebrated the launch of 2018 by reaching record highs (1) and until […]

An advisor can play one of the most prominent roles in a person’s life, forming a long-lasting relationship and providing trusted counsel. It’s not surprising, then, that it can be incredibly overwhelming to find an advisor you trust and with whom you want to work for the long-term. At Strong Tower Associates, we understand this […]

Have you ever made a decision, and then second guessed yourself when life situations changed? While it’s important to revisit goals and strategies for any part of your life, it’s even more critical for your finances. Life changes may have come your way, altering your financial priorities. You may be curious about different financial strategies […]

Social Security can be complicated to navigate at times, but since it’s so vital to your retirement income plan, it’s important to make wise decisions and create strategies to optimize your benefits. If you’re planning for your retirement income and evaluating your Social Security filing options, take a moment to test your knowledge first. Take […]

When was the last time you looked at your retirement accounts? For so many people, thinking about retirement is the last thing on their minds. This is unfortunate because retirement should be a time when you are enjoying the fruits of your labor, not feeling worried or anxious. For those who haven’t retired yet, perhaps […]

As an employee of the Penn State Faculty, you know that the university and students appreciate their staff. It’s no surprise that the university employee benefits package offers a variety of valuable financial, healthcare, and insurance benefits. As one of the largest universities in the country, the benefits package is competitive and valuable for employees. […]

By Ash Toumayants Have you ever had buyer’s remorse after making a big purchase? Have you ever let fear of failure keep you from investing, or even creating a budget? If you have, you know firsthand how much of a role emotions play in our financial lives. Psychologists refer to these emotions and beliefs we […]

By Ash Toumayants, founder of Strong Tower Associates Most of us do what we can to prepare for a secure retirement. We try to save enough money, we invest in a diversified portfolio, and we plan for big expenses like healthcare in retirement. But what about the unexpected risks to your retirement plan? As a […]

The markets took a big dip on Monday, with the DOW losing 1,500 points for the first time in a single day and the S&P 500 down more than 4%. The CBOE Volatility Index, which measures fear in the market, saw its biggest one day increase in history. Many investors, especially those close to retirement, […]