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May 01, 2025

Leveraging Annuities During Market Uncertainty
Annuities can be a powerful tool for securing your investments—offering asset protection, tax deferral, guaranteed income, and peace of mind. Read this article to learn more.
April 29, 2025

The Washington Update with Jeff Bush
Our exclusive virtual event will highlight: How election outcomes influence policy directions and investor sentiment. The budget debate and how it shapes legislative priorities and influences market trends. Expected changes from the expiration of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and implications for individuals and businesses, and a look at the U.S.-China relationship and its impact on key industries and investment strategies.
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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.”