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Jerome Powell Strikes Again: Three Things to Know About Interest Rates, Inflation, And Bank Failures

By CandysDirt.com Contributor / March 22, 2023 /

By Ryan Casey Stephens,  FPQP®Special Contributor I loved reading “Choose Your Adventure” books when I was a child. At the end of key sections, the book would prompt you to make a decision for the main character. You’d skip to the page noted by your decision (for example: If you choose to save the princess,…

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Three Things to Know: News on Inflation Was a Sigh of Relief, But There’s More on The Horizon

By CandysDirt.com Contributor / November 14, 2022 /

By Ryan Casey Stephens,  FPQP®Special Contributor Wall Street looked to the midterms last week for salvation, only to find disappointment. Investors wished a decisive red wave would provide some much-needed predictability, but their hopes were dashed. By the end of Wednesday, the picture looked bleak, but Thursday brought the reprieve we all needed. Now that…

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End of 2022 Brings Election Day, Powerball Billions, Gratitude, And Three Things to Know

By CandysDirt.com Contributor / November 7, 2022 /

By Ryan Casey Stephens,  FPQP®Special Contributor With barely two months remaining in 2022, it’s nearly time to slow down to consider the people, places, and things we’re thankful for. I have a special affection for this season of changing leaves, great food with family, and shopping for the holidays. The year isn’t finished, though, and…

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Buckle Up: Three Things to Watch on The Long Road Back From a Downturn

By CandysDirt.com Contributor / September 12, 2022 /

By Ryan Casey Stephens,  FPQP®Special Contributor Over the weekend I had several conversations centered around the question of just how long we’re in for it. At this point, no one’s doubting the economy is in trouble. But will this be a quick right hook, like the COVID-19 recession in 2020, or will this be with…

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Apartment Rental Prices Continue Rapid Rise in North Texas, U.S.

By CandysDirt.com Contributor / March 7, 2022 /

Finding a place to rent in North Texas is getting more expensive, and it’s hard to imagine the costs are going to ease anytime soon.

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