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The blog offers economic insights and inspired, informed guidance for your clients and advice for building your practice. It’s your resource for timely, relevant expertise on the topics that matter most to financial professionals and their clients.

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Economic Commentary

June 27, 2022 1

Skyrocketing mortgage rates weaken home sales

Total home sales are down for a fourth straight month.

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Capital Market Impact

June 28, 2022 3

2022 Mid-Year Outlook | Markets face mounting headwinds

As the stock market continues to struggle, economic uncertainty remains high.

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Client outcomes

June 27, 2022 3

Common Social Security questions and misconceptions answered

Here are some common questions and misconceptions every financial professional should be prepared to address.

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Business Growth

June 21, 2022 9

Talking about the unique financial needs of LGBTQ+ clients.

It’s important for financial professionals to be aware the financial challenges common in the LGBTQ+ community.

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Daily Economic Commentary

June 16, 2022 2

The Fed ramps up tightening again

The FOMC lifted the federal funds target by 75 basis points yesterday, the largest increase since 1994.

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Economic Commentary

June 14, 2022 1

Monthly Review: Rising inflation, stagflation, soft landing, or recession ahead?

Economic data are softer, but still suggest further solid economic growth

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Economic Commentary

Nationwide Market Insights Podcast: How are higher labor costs impacting inflation?

How are higher labor costs impacting inflation and the overall economy?

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Economic Commentary

Housing market outlook: Is a crash coming?

Home sales have declined so far in early 2022 and price appreciation looks to have peaked

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Economic Commentary

The job market remains strong

The U-6 rate is still very low despite a tick up last month. And new orders continue to...

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Client outcomes

An economic downturn could be costly for farming clients who don’t have a risk management strategy

Help your farming and agricultural clients be prepared for any potential economic downturn or situation.

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Client outcomes

Misperceptions: Addressing Plan Sponsor Concerns about In-Plan Guarantees

Nationwide Plan Sponsors address some misperceptions surrounding in-plan guarantee investment solutions.

Popular Articles

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Practice Management

Help close the financial security gaps in LGBTQ+ community

LGBTQ+ Americans view their financial picture less favorably than the overall population.

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Economic Commentary

March 15, 2022 3

How does inflation affect the stock market and potential strategies to take with your clients

Be prepared for the potential effects of inflation on the stock market.

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Business Growth

June 21, 2022 3

Talking about the unique financial needs of LGBTQ+ clients.

It’s important for financial professionals to be aware the financial challenges common in the LGBTQ+ community.

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Client outcomes

June 27, 2022 3

Common Social Security questions and misconceptions answered

Here are some common questions and misconceptions every financial professional should be prepared to address.

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Economic Commentary

September 14, 2021 3

How Has the Pandemic Impacted Inflation

Inflation fears have cropped up again as the costs of many goods and services have spiked this year.

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Economic Commentary

June 27, 2022 3

Skyrocketing mortgage rates weaken home sales

Total home sales are down for a fourth straight month.

illustration of homes in blue

Economic Commentary

Housing market outlook: Is a crash coming?

Home sales have declined so far in early 2022 and price appreciation looks to have peaked

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Client outcomes

July 13, 2021 3

Why Clients Need a Financial Plan for College

Learn how financial professionals can help make college planning easier for their clients.

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Client outcomes

April 14, 2022 3

What’s new in Washington: Secure Act 2.0, RMDs, taxes, and more

A lot has happened in Washington in recent months affecting the future of people’s income taxation, retirement savings,...

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Business Growth

Millennial investors learn from the past to feel confident about the future

Millennials have come of age with a feeling of confidence and a sense of optimism about the financial...

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Client outcomes

April 19, 2022 3

Confidence is key to helping clients manage today’s uncertainties.

Help clients build a plan to address their common concerns in the current market climate.

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