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March 13, 2024
Simple Safeguards: How to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft and Cybercrime.
Janney has once again invited retired FBI Special Agent, Jeff Lanza to present his popular webinar on how to protect yourself from the latest trends in identity theft and cybercrime. You won’t want to miss this valuable program!
Featuring Jeff Lanza, Retired FBI Special Agent
March 01, 2024
Consider a Backdoor Roth if You Make Too Much to Contribute to a Roth IRA
If your income is too high for a Roth IRA, consider this backdoor strategy, which allows you to convert from a traditional IRA to a Roth—despite IRS-imposed income limits.
February 27, 2024
A message from Alyssum and Kevin:
“It seems like only yesterday that we made a decision to join Janney based on our belief it would enable us to better serve the needs of our clients.
Janney has exceeded our lofty expectations in that regard. It has been an eventful 15 years! We are grateful to each and every client who has been with us during this magical journey.
Time flies more quickly when you are blessed to do what you love with such lovely people - all who we consider as friends.
Thank you.”
Research & Insights
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Market Update - Smith Wealth Advisory Group
Market Update - Smith Wealth Advisory Group
2020 Year-end Reflections from Kevin Smith
2020 Year-end Reflections
The Ugliness of the Storm Determines the Beauty of the Rainbow
At the time of my last correspondence the number of Coronavirus cases and related deaths were accelerating, financial markets were reeling, and the outlook on both fronts appeared grim. The S & P 500 had declined 35% from its February 19th peak, and credit markets were facing similar stress given the implications of widespread business and economic shutdowns. We were very much in the “heart of the storm.” My message to you then was simple: “Believe in America.”