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Stephen H Akin
Dec 26, 20231 min read
Crypto ETFs
Could Crypto ETFs be allowed if transactions settle in cash? The SEC doesn't want broker-dealers to handle cryptos directly. So bitcoin...
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Stephen H Akin
Dec 14, 20232 min read
Santa Claus Rally
Commentators often refer to a Santa Claus Rally when the stock market rises in December. The Santa Claus Rally is just one of many...
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Stephen H Akin
Dec 4, 20231 min read
All Time High
We've written about the underlying strength of gold. It's now confirmed by fresh all time highs! Gold reached its previous record high of...
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Stephen H Akin
Nov 29, 20234 min read
Beige Book shows slowing
The final Beige Book report of 2023 has been released by the FRB of Atlanta. This report was prepared by the Federal Resereve Bank of...
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Stephen H Akin
Nov 14, 20232 min read
U.S. Economy in Global Context
U.S. Outpaces on Economic Growth, Labor Market Strength, and Inflation Reduction The U.S. Department of the Treasury released an analysis...
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Stephen H Akin
Nov 9, 20233 min read
IRS Increases 401k & IRA limits
The Internal Revenue Service announced increased limits into individual retirement plans. 401(k) limit increases to $23,000 for 2024, IRA...
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Stephen H Akin
Oct 7, 20235 min read
Structured Settlement Protection Act
South Carolina amends the Structured Settlement Protection Act to protect Injury Victims On May 16, 2023 South Carolina Governor Henry...
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Stephen H Akin
Jul 10, 20235 min read
More Money
Regulators plan to require the nation’s large banks to boost capital. This morning The Federal Reserves Vice Chair for Supervision,...
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Stephen H Akin
May 9, 20238 min read
FDIC Insurance Reform
The FDIC has released an analysis of options to consider regarding deposit insurance reform. This report describes options for reform of...
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Stephen H Akin
Feb 8, 20236 min read
Best Investments To make in 2023
Are you winning on wall street? Here are some ideas for the new year! Where to begin? One of the cornerstones to good financial planning...
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Stephen H Akin
Dec 28, 20222 min read
Happy New Year
2023 IRA, 401k Increase Increased amounts of contributions allowed for retirement accounts. Anyone with earned income can open and...
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Stephen H Akin
Nov 29, 20223 min read
Seller Beware | Caveat Venditor
The Structured Settlement Protection Act | Protects recipients of structured settlement payments from predatory purchasing practices.
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Stephen H Akin
Oct 31, 20222 min read
The Jones Act
Welcome to my Wheelhouse! THE MERCHANT MARINE ACT OF 1920. As a former Merchant Marine Master I felt compelled to write this blog post.
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Stephen H Akin
Oct 19, 20223 min read
4 Cash Now?
With the explosive cost of living increases there is an increase of interest from holders of Structured Settlements, Annuities and Life...
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Stephen H Akin
Oct 11, 20226 min read
ESG
Pressure continues to build for more clarity on ESG rules and compliance...
Stephen Akin takes a look at recent ESG headlines...
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Stephen H Akin
Aug 17, 20225 min read
How to Trade Currencies, Avoid Forex Trading Scams
Forex Trading is rising in popularity amid inflation and geopolitical strife. Stephen Akin,
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Stephen H Akin
Jun 16, 20224 min read
Fiduciary Standard
Stockbroker and the Registered Investment Advisor.
They differ in two ways, A) their level of responsibility to you and B) how they get paid
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Stephen H Akin
May 16, 20225 min read
National 529 Day
May 29 is nationally recognized as 529 College Savings Day, a day focused on the value of investing for future education expenses
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Stephen H Akin
May 2, 20222 min read
Bond Buyer Review
“We've had an unprecedented era of low rates," said Stephen Akin, founder of Akin Investments, "Inflation really could get away from them
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