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Understanding the Factors Behind Rising Gas Prices

Understanding the Factors Behind Rising Gas Prices

If you have been to the gas station lately then you most likely noticed the higher-than-normal cost to fill up your tank. Have you noticed other price increases in your grocery or utility bills? The COVID-19 pandemic required the federal government to provide massive assistance, which included direct payments to citizens and drastic government spending.

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Zach Bachner
What Does Russia-Ukraine Conflict Mean for the Market?

What Does Russia-Ukraine Conflict Mean for the Market?

Please watch this video to receive an update on the stock market since Russia invaded Ukraine. Please click on the expand button in the lower right-hand corner of the video (just to the left of the word “Vimeo” to watch it with full screen).—————————————————————————— Hello, I’m Bob Wink and this is my son Ken Wink

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James Wink
Assessed Value vs. Market Value: What Every Homebuyer Should Know

Assessed Value vs. Market Value: What Every Homebuyer Should Know

The largest portion of the United States population is Millennials, at over 72 million people strong, but only 17% of millennials own a home. However, there are a lot of millennials that want to buy a home and, in many cases, that creates a bidding war that increases values. Especially in Southeastern Michigan, many homebuyers

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Zach Bachner
Stock Market Commentary January 2022

Stock Market Commentary January 2022

Following a profitable 2021, the year 2022 started out with a thud. Fears about a Russian invasion of Ukraine combined with the Federal Reserve taking their foot off the gas pedal scared the markets. The tech-heavy Nasdaq dropped 8.98%, the Russell 2000 dropped 9.66%, the bond index AGG lost 2.0%, and the S&P 500 dropped

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Ken Wink
Importance of Choosing the Right Life Insurance Policy

Importance of Choosing the Right Life Insurance Policy

Life insurance is a financial solution used to protect against the unexpected loss of life. Life is extremely valuable, both emotionally and financially. There are a lot of concerns that can arise when someone unexpectedly passes away, but life insurance can alleviate some of those issues. By paying a lump sum or ongoing payments, you

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Zach Bachner
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