Lanier Financial Group

Do not let fear get the best of you! Fear breeds opportunity in the markets. Take a look at the attached Ibbotson graph that shows 22 events that shocked the market since 1926. Long term they are merely a blip on the radar. Make sure you have your liquidity needs met and understand the value of long term investing in equities! No one can time the market on a short term basis but you can properly allocate yourself to take advantage of these market sell offs. ... If you are looking for buying opportunities to capitalize on this draw-down LFG would love to help: [email protected]

A little perspective: As of now, the Nasdaq is still positive for the year. The Dow jumped into a time machine set for 3.5 months ago. The S&P is near levels on 12/11/19. These quick drops might be shocking but they provide opportunity to those with buying power and knowledge to take advantage of it.

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When volatility kicks it it is best to step back, trust your homework, and whatever you do do not make emotional moves.

The Future of Social Security: If your current retirement income projections cannot meet your cash flow need on 100% of your projected social security benefit then chances are it will be much worse on 75% of projected benefit. Don't wait on Washington-- save more, spend less, and grow your asset base. Link to report by clicking photos.

A lot of green on the board today on the heels of Goldman’s call (estimating 20% returns for the S&P in 2019)

China's market has been falling steadily since the beginning of the year. A US-China trade deal could quickly flip the trend.

Interesting read:

DOW 19,000.... there it is!

Relief rally today for banks and healthcare!

DOW futures down 750 points. Get your cash ready. Tomorrow is going to be a day of opportunity!

All major indexes closed up 2%+ for the day. Downside protection for the week is just above 1%.