Economic Trends
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12 Best States to Save for a Down Payment
By Michael S. FischerWhile it takes longer in some states to save, SmartAsset reports, the time needed has actually fallen in others.
July 08, 2026
A Look at 3 Types of Millionaires in 15 CountriesUBS analyzed the growth of three wealth brackets between $5 million and $100 million.
July 08, 2026
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How an HNW Advisor Engineers Tax AlphaShort-sighted tax strategies can come back to bite clients later, Ryan Fleischer tells ThinkAdvisor.
July 07, 2026
12 Worst States to Save for a Down PaymentIn some states, rising incomes have helped offset higher prices. In others, the path to homeownership has gotten longer.
July 06, 2026
Debate: Do HSAs Address Healthcare Affordability Gaps?Many Republicans in Congress have advocated for expanding health savings accounts as a solution to the affordability issue.
July 06, 2026
12 Countries With the Most Millionaires: 2026The world's millionaire population grew by 1.5% in 2025, UBS reports, corresponding to nearly 1 million new millionaires.
July 01, 2026
How the Fastest-Growing Advisors OutperformThese advisors enjoy a 32% compound annual growth rate, PriceMetrix finds, with the bottom performers averaging 8% annually.
July 01, 2026
Retirement Income Planners Need Better Longevity EstimatesProviding better tools to explain life expectancy risk could help clients better understand their situation and strategize accordingly.