by MRA Advisory Team | Mar 16, 2022 | Oil, Stock Market, Ukraine
The Russian invasion of Ukraine has drawn condemnation and punitive sanctions from the United States, Europe, and their allies. The humanitarian cost of war cannot be measured, and the long-term economic effects could take months or years to unfold. However, the early... by MRA Advisory Team | Mar 14, 2022 | Investments, Stock Market, Weekly Market Update
Each of the benchmark indexes listed here closed lower for the second straight week. The war in Ukraine continued, with Ukraine’s top diplomat indicating he saw no progress in talks with Russia. Inflation continued to run hot ahead of this week’s Federal... 
by MRA Advisory Team | Mar 8, 2022 | Retirement, Women & Wealth, Women's History Month
Women often face special challenges when planning for retirement. For example, if they are the primary caregivers in their families, their careers may be interrupted to care for children or elderly parents, which means they may spend less time in the workforce and... by MRA Advisory Team | Mar 7, 2022 | Weekly Market Update
Wall Street was hit hard last week as traders moved from stocks to bonds and gold. Each of the benchmark indexes listed here lost value, with the Global Dow dropping more than 4.0% and the Nasdaq declining nearly 3.0%. The Russian escalation of the war in Ukraine... 
by MRA Advisory Team | Mar 2, 2022 | Investments, Portfolio, WealthBuilder Dividend Focus Portfolio
Introducing the WealthBuilder Dividend Focus Portfolio. This Portfolio is constructed with stocks with attractive valuations, stable or rising dividend history, above average yield, a strong balance sheet and good cash flow. The WealthBuilder Dividend Focus Portfolio... by MRA Advisory Team | Mar 1, 2022 | Monthly Market Update
Wall Street opened the month on a high note, with each of the benchmark indexes advancing. A stronger-than-expected jobs report and solid fourth-quarter corporate earnings data helped support equities. Nevertheless, concerns about the Russia-Ukraine situation began to... by MRA Advisory Team | Feb 23, 2022 | Uncategorized
The WealthBuilder Insured Portfolio (minimum investment: $50,000) is a diversified portfolio comprised of exchange traded funds (ETFs) in which clients can purchase a lifetime portfolio withdrawal guarantee by way of an individual contingent deferred annuity... by MRA Advisory Team | Feb 22, 2022 | Weekly Market Update
Last week, Wall Street reacted to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict by moving from stocks to bonds, the dollar, and gold. Investors were faced with rising fears that a Russian invasion of the Ukraine will engulf Europe and the United States, worsen global supply... by MRA Advisory Team | Feb 16, 2022 | Uncategorized
The last Wednesday of each month, MRA Advisors will be making themselves available for complimentary individual meetings. It’s our way to give back to the community and help you learn how to improve your overall financial health. Each month will feature a... by MRA Advisory Team | Feb 14, 2022 | Weekly Market Update
The major benchmark indexes closed last week lower. Rising tensions over the Russia-Ukraine situation coupled with rising inflation made investors a bit skittish towards stocks. A higher-than-expected jump in the Consumer Price Index added to jitters over an...