As Halloween nears, with its sugary, sweet, and sticky treats, there’s a different kind of stickiness that many Americans are finding themselves in right now – they’re calling it “golden handcuffs.”
As the low-interest rates, higher salaries, and membership discounts that were scored before the pandemic can’t be matched in today’s economic climate, it’s binding people who would like to move, change jobs, or even just join a nicer gym. Making sudden leaps like that right now could leave you worse off financially in the long run. Are you comfortable but just feeling a bit stuck, as the Wall St. Journal article below describes?
Navigating the complexity of personal finances may be more frightening than usual this Halloween season. But that’s why our work together toward your long-term goals is crucial. We can assess your options, identify potential pitfalls, and create a strategy that allows for confidence and growth.
The articles below can fill you in on what’s happening in the financial world this week. And if you have any questions, let’s make time to talk. It’s never too late to free yourself from a sticky situation.
You’ve Never Had It So Good. That’s Why You’re Stuck.
Medicare Open Enrollment Is Almost Here. Don’t Make This Common Mistake.
Wider War in Middle East Could Tip the World Economy Into Recession
The U.S. Gets a C+ in Retirement
How to Rethink Your Media Subscriptions and Save on Monthly Fees