Michelle McCormick

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09/14/2026

Are you prepared for a 20-year retirement? How women can consider their retirement strategy.

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09/11/2026

Do you know the best way to set your child up for collegiate success? Make sure with this miniature guide to financial aid options.

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09/09/2026

Are you or someone you know considering higher education? For many, understanding the Federal Student Grant Program may be essential for collegiate success.

In this article, explore the benefits of the Federal Student Grant Program.

09/07/2026

What do you need to know when the market experiences volatility?

When the market experiences volatility, it may be a good time to review these common terms.

09/04/2026

The roof protects your home against nature’s risks. Is your personal wealth protected against life's risks?

Building wealth requires protection from the forces of wealth destruction.

09/02/2026

Many retirees have discovered the benefits of a retirement spent in the great outdoors. Are you ready to do the same?

Get ready to enjoy America’s national park system with this helpful article.

09/01/2026

🍂 September is shaping up to be an interesting month for investors...

The market is increasingly debating whether the Federal Reserve could raise interest rates at its upcoming September meeting. According to the CME FedWatch Tool, traders are assigning meaningful odds to a potential rate hike, keeping inflation and economic data squarely in focus.

📊 Follow the probabilities here: https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/interest-rates/cme-fedwatch-tool.html

A few thoughts are brewing:
🏦 Higher rates could increase borrowing costs for consumers and businesses.
📈 Some sectors may benefit from a higher-rate environment, while others could face headwinds.
💵 Cash and fixed-income investments may continue to attract attention from investors seeking yield.
📉 Growth stocks can sometimes feel pressure as interest rates move higher.
📰 The upcoming economic data releases may be just as important as the Fed's actual decision.
🤔 As always, markets tend to focus less on where rates are today and more on where they're headed tomorrow.

The Fed certainly knows how to keep Wall Street on its toes! 👟

What do you think? If the Fed raises rates in September, what impact do you expect on stocks? Will investors take it in stride, or could we see some market turbulence?