September 03, 2024
Using Life Insurance as a Retirement Planning Tool
Cash value life insurance can offer you both financial security and a tax-deferred way to accumulate additional funds for retirement that can work similarly to a Roth IRA.
August 29, 2024
And They're Off
As Election Day approaches, our Investment Strategy Group examines how presidential elections have historically impacted stock market performance in the medium to long term, offering key insights and challenging common assumptions.
August 13, 2024
Thoughts on Current Market Pullback
In its weekly update, our Investment Strategy Group breaks down the latest market and economic news.
August 01, 2024
How to Start Planning Retirement Withdrawals
Planning a retirement withdrawal strategy is a fundamental step toward replacing a traditional paycheck with a long-term retirement “paycheck.”
July 24, 2024
We’re excited to announce that KKR investment funds and our parent company, The Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company, have signed a definitive agreement under which KKR investment funds will acquire Janney Montgomery Scott.
“We are excited to enter this next chapter in our nearly 200-year history with a new value-added strategic partner. KKR has demonstrated they value our client- and advisor-centric culture and share our deep conviction in the tremendous opportunities ahead for our business,” said Tony Miller, President at Janney. “We look forward to working with KKR to invest further in our growth and enable our talented team to further improve the advice and services we offer our clients.”
Read more: https://bit.ly/4cTVLiD
July 22, 2024
Resilient Consumer and Lower Inflation Bolster Soft Landing Case
Our Investment Strategy Group analyzes what you need to know about the latest market and economic news. Read more.
July 02, 2024
Outlook 2024: Mid-Year Update
Janney’s Investment Strategy Group shares its expectations for the economy, equities, and fixed income for the remainder of 2024.
June 03, 2024
The Family Conversation on College Planning
The topic of college planning is one of the most important conversations you can have as a family. This article can help you start one.
May 13, 2024
May Investment Perspectives
In the latest edition of Investment Perspectives, our Investment Strategy Group discusses optimism for European markets, the importance of real yields in the fixed income market, and market expectations for the months ahead.
May 01, 2024
Planning Strategies for Remaining 529 Balances
Did you know that if you saved more for college than you needed, new changes to 529 plans allow for unused or leftover savings to be rolled into the beneficiary’s Roth IRA?
April 11, 2024
Window of Opportunity: Leveraging the Estate and Gift Tax Exemption
Consider the planning strategies outlined in this article to take advantage of the current estate and gift tax exemption before its sunset at the end of 2025.
April 08, 2024
Reposition Assets for Tax-Efficient Wealth Transfer
If you’re close to or in retirement, repositioning some of your investments may be a tax-efficient way to leave a larger financial legacy. Here are some ideas to consider.
April 04, 2024
Stock Market Dynamics Remain Healthy
In this article, our Investment Strategy Group provides an overview of the latest market and economic news.
March 25, 2024
Spring Rain Delay
Federal Reserve policymakers held interest rates unchanged at their recent meeting and have ruled out the necessity of further tightening barring any tail risk to inflation. Read more from our Investment Strategy Group and expectations for the market.
March 18, 2024
Maximize Long-Term Care Benefits Using an Existing Annuity
An often-overlooked provision of the Pension Protection Act allows you to gain valuable tax benefits by replacing an unneeded annuity with one that offers long-term care coverage. Several benefits can include:
- Tax-deferred growth
- New features/better rates
- Legacy planning
Learn more about annuity exchanges and if this solution would fit your situation:
March 04, 2024
Window of Opportunity: Leveraging the Estate and Gift Tax Exemption
The estate and gift tax exemption limit is currently at a historic high but due to “sunset” on December 31, 2025. Read more about some strategies and considerations to take advantage of this unique opportunity.