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Really, since the first day of trading this year (2022), it's been a bear market. Nine months later, not much has changed. So, when will it change and what can we do in the meantime? Financial advisor ALEX LaBRUNERIE, LaBrunerie Financial, says if "people have the stomach and the free cash, it's a good time to pick up some great bargains!" September 30, 2022
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Show of hands: who's NOT opened their quarterly investment statement(s) because the thought of what they might see - given today's market situation - was too much to bear? Don't worry, you're not alone; and the good news is doing so is not irresponsible, that's according to financial advisor ALEX LaBRUNERIE from LaBrunerie Financial in Columbia. July 28, 2022
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It's official: we're in a bear market. How does that happen, what does it mean and how long will it last? Financial advisor ALEX LaBRUNERIE, LaBrunerie Financial, explains! "The bulls will be back!" Plus, LEANN KNUTH tells us about some "important" changes to MOST-Missouri's 529 Education Plan that will have grandparents cheering. June 27, 2022
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For the past maybe six years, Apple has been the world's most valuable stock...until now. Financial advisor ALEX LaBRUNERIE, LaBrunerie Financial, tells us what happened and why, plus who benefits, who doesn't and what company is now at the top of the heap. May 27, 2022
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The growth side of the stock market may be down right now, but don't let that get YOU down! According to financial advisor ALEX LaBRUNERIE, LaBrunerie Financial, ups and downs are normal; what makes this current situation unique is that the bond market is also down: "it's not pleasant when your safe money is losing money, that's a double-whammy." April 27, 2022
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Russia's invasion of Ukraine has no doubt had a ripple effect on the global economy, but is it so bad that a recession is on the horizon? Financial advisor ALEX LaBRUNERIE, LaBrunerie Financial, has some thoughts on this ever-changing situation and what it could mean for your investment portfolio. March 18, 2022
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Despite the stock market's recent volatility, it's still a solid choice for long-term investors. If you're just getting started, financial advisor ALEX LaBRUNERIE says to keep your sights set on the long-run; if you're just getting started and you're over the age of 40, Alex recommends that you diversify (and maybe don't look at the quarterly statement)! February 24, 2022
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While some industries (and their investors) thrive in a world of high-inflation, financial advisor ALEX LaBRUNERIE says, "if #inflation goes on too long, or the fed is not successful in reducing inflation, eventually the #stockmarket could see downward pressure more than upward pressure." January 27, 2022
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With 2021 coming to close in a matter of days, financial advisor ALEX LaBRUNERIE, LaBrunerie Financial, wastes no time in checking off a few talking points that will affect your pocketbook, including: long-term care, the return of student loans, charitable donations, and more! December 13, 2021
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As the year winds down, financial advisor ALEX LaBRUNERIE, LaBrunerie Financial, encourages everyone to take a look at who's name is on the dotted line as their primary and their secondary beneficiary. It's something that's often overlooked, or looked at once and forgotten, but should always be someone who's "in accordance with one's final wishes." November 18, 2021