Market Returns: A Presidential Prediction

With only a short time left until we select the 45th President of the United States of America many investors are in a state of panic.  Many believe the market is waiting for the outcome and if the "correct" candidate is selected the stock market will immediately surge on the news.  Or, if the "wrong" candidate is selected the market will tank the next day. Fortunately, history provides a guide on this matter and it suggests that, when it comes to U.S. Presidents, the market is a true Independent.

2013 IRS Inflation Adjustments

The IRS just announced inflation adjustments for 2013.  These rules affect many things such as your retirement plan contributions, gift tax exclusion, and the "kiddie" tax.  Make sure to bookmark this link as a handy reference.

 http://blogs.wsj.com/totalreturn/2012/10/18/irs-announces-2013-inflation-adjustments/