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2020 1st Quarter Commentary

  Market Summary The longest bull market in US history came to an end.  Global equities fell into bear market territory due to a worldwide pandemic. The year started well, but as fears about COVID-19 spread and it became clear that there was a severe global pandemic on hand, markets responded quickly and severely. The…

Guide to Working from Home

Tips and Tricks Working from home can be a big adjustment for some people. This can be especially true for those who are accustomed to routine workdays that include getting up, driving to the office, and sitting behind a desk. Change can be severe, but with the COVID-19 pandemic and the use of “social-distancing,” many…

Coronavirus Aid and Economic Security (CARES) Act Passes

The Coronavirus Aid and Economic Security (CARES) Act was signed into law on March 27th.  While there are many details to work out in implementation, we wanted to run through a couple of the highlights with you.  We start with a few of the provisions that apply to everyone, including the rebate checks.  We follow…

Commentary – Coronavirus 3.19.20

Our everyday lives have changed dramatically over the last few weeks as we work together to minimize the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. We know these efforts are necessary, but they also have come at a cost. Stocks have entered a bear market and a global recession seems almost certain as people stay home and…

2020 COVID-19 Resource

Important Update Coronavirus Update We Are Prepared and Ready to Help. As the situation with the coronavirus (Covid-19) continues to develop, we want you to know that your team at Leonard Rickey Investment Advisors remains ready to help support you.  In light of local health departments urging “social distancing,” we have implemented several measures of…

Current Situation

Current Situation The spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) is impacting not just lives but also the financial markets. While much is unknown at this moment, there is one thing we can be fairly sure of: it’s not the last crisis we’ll ever face. Stocks have faced many crises from wars to impeachment to banking crises…

Coronavirus Fears Hit Markets

Coronavirus worries officially enter the market as pessimism has shifted from the impact on China to the outbreak to other countries, like South Korea, Italy and Iran amongst others. The market contracted over 3% today (so far). It is important to note that, although uncomfortable, big drops are normal.  S&P averages more than five 2% drops…

New Changes to Web-Portal Password Requirements

We are committed to protecting your personal and financial data. We have robust software security systems in place and test them regularly. Whenever possible, we use multi-factor authentication (or two-factor authentication). Multi-factor authentication is just as important as having a strong and secure password. In addition to multi-factor authentication, we have specific policies and procedures…

Company News

Employee Spotlight – Jacqueline Cremen

Shreds and Meds Day – October 28th at The Valley Mall

Employee Spotlight: Chelsie Smith

Employee Spotlight: Dirk Bernd

Congratulations, Gunnar!

Market Commentary

2023 4th Quarter Investment Commentary

2023 3rd Quarter Investment Commentary

2023 2nd Quarter Investment Commentary

Debt Ceiling: Should Investors Worry?

2023 1st Quarter Investment Commentary

Retirement Planning

2024 Key Financial Changes

Social Security Benefit Increase of 3.2% for 2024

The 4 Changes from SECURE Act 2.0 You Should Know for 2023

Medicare Open Enrollment for 2023 Begins October 15th

Social Security Benefit Increase of 8.7% for 2023

Tax Planning

2024 Key Financial Changes

2023 1099 Release Information

2023 Year-End Tax Planning

When do I start my Required Minimum Distribution?

UPDATE: Washington State Long Term Care Payroll Tax

Cyber Security

Red Flags When Transferring Money

Cybersecurity 101 – 2022 Update

Cybersecurity 101

New Changes to Web-Portal Password Requirements

Equifax Data Breach Update: Make a claim today