The headlines are full of stories about recession and politics. Should you consider these things when making decisions about your money? Can you tune out the noise and focus on YOUR economy and not what’s happening on Wall Street?

Are you ready to retire? Is your money ready? 5 Questions to ask to check your retirement readiness.

The Fed is trying to bring down inflation. Will it finally happen in 2023? No one likes to lose money. Pulling back on market risk might be a good idea right now. The wealthy get paid from more than one source. Can you do the same in retirement?

Trying to “find the bottom” and time the market is nearly impossible. Having a strategy for whatever comes our way might be a better way. What would that kind of plan look like?

Market timing seldom works, so how do we prepare for what’s next? This has been the worst year for bonds since the 1940s. Are there other options? Many of us use Target Date Funds in our 401(k). Are they working? With interest rates going up, are there new options for your cash in the bank?

Do you want a big portion or a small portion? Learning portion control helps in retirement.

The data shows that people who have a financial plan and a financial professional have more confidence going into retirement. Can it make a difference for you?

Sometimes the cure can be worse than the disease. If the Fed rate hikes continue to push the market down, how can you limit your losses and recovery time as you get ready for retirement?

Do you have “white knuckles” grabbing onto your chair every time you check your retirement accounts? That’s a signal it’s time to develop a written plan for your retirement.

When a plane experience's turbulence, there are two types of passengers: 1) The calm and collected, and 2) The nervous and panicked. When dealing with turbulence within the stock market, are you calm, or nervous? What is the reason for that? Are you a good candidate for a Roth Conversion? According to a Schroder's survey, 33% of people are "terrified" to give up their paycheck. How does Rubino & Liang Wealth Partners help clients with this concern? The 5 things people are not doing as they prepare for retirement. Comedian and TV Host Steve Harvey has "tough love" for his kids when it comes to his estate.