Significant Tax, Economic and Investment Implications of the Federal Republican Elections Sweep.
Given a Republican election sweep at the federal level, significant changes in tax, tariff, and regulatory policies are anticipated. We want to address those forthcoming policies that are most likely to have significant impacts on economic growth, interest rates, profits, inflation, and the impacts on select investments.
(more…)Read MoreYear-End Financial Planning Opportunity Checklist
As 2024 comes to a close, now is the perfect time to review your year-end tax strategies and plan for the year ahead. Below is a checklist of items to consider before year end:
(more…)Read MoreWESCAP Q3 2024 Quarterly Commentary: Fed Rate Cuts and Global Growth
Portfolio results for the third quarter of 2024 were generally strong. The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 0.5%, which was more than expected. Likewise, longer-term interest rates also declined. This helped asset pricing for longer-term fixed income assets and boosted most global stock prices, especially those that are more economically sensitive.
(more…)Read MoreOutsmart the Dealership: Save on Your Next Car
At WESCAP, we’re always interested in the best way to approach a market. This isn’t limited to financial assets. So today we’re going to talk about how to get the best price on a new car.
(more…)Read MoreWESCAP Q2 2024 Quarterly Commentary
The portfolio results for the second quarter of 2024 were mixed. Treasury bonds decreased by approximately 2.2% as interest rates rose, negatively impacting many asset classes, though not all.
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