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March 9th marked the Five Year Anniversary of the lowest point of the S&P after the financial crisis.  While we can't be certain about which way markets will move, we can be fairly certain that volatility will be sticking around for a while.  Read the full article below that offers additional insight.

Yes, we know it's early, but we wanted to send out a reminder for this years Mid Year Health & Wealth Event.   This was well attended last year and again we are bringing in speakers that offer insight on the markets, as well as their specific expertise.  We are also pleased to announce that Jeff Fried, President & CEO of Beebe Healthcare has agreed to come out and speak to our clients.  Hope too see you there!

And of course we have articles to help on your financial life, as well a couple of interactive charts we thought you would enjoy

As always we appreciate your support and we look forward to continue to serve many of you in the future.

MPL Sig



Michael P. Loftus

Loftus Wealth Strategies
www.loftuswealthstrategies.com

 

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Save The Date

Save the Date 

Mid Year - Wealth and Wellness

Thursday, July 17th  

Presentation and Lunch: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM  

Cripple Creek Golf & Country Club

 

Presentations: Loftus Wealth Strategies - Outlook for the 2nd half of 2013

Additional Presentation Topics:  International Investing and Investing in Commercial Real Estate

  

Special Presentation from Jeff Fried, President & CEO of Beebe Healthcare.  Jeff will provide an update on Beebe, as well as the always changing healthcare industry.   

A must see for our local clients.

 

 Monthly Video Blog

Monthly Video Blog 

 

Understanding DNA
  
BBC Knowledge Explainer DNA 
 

I just finished a conference in Arizona where a Doctor did a presentation titled "THE BIOMEDICAL EPOCH". Here he spoke about so many fascinating developments in curing various diseases and how we are living much longer.  Specifically he spoke about DNA and how they are not only splitting, but reversing the structure of DNA.  Because of this I thought I would offer the attached video on DNA.

 

Three minutes is a short time to explore a subject where most doctorates only scratch the surface, so writer Andrew S. Walsh teamed up with molecular biologist Dr Matthew Adams to distil the script down to the most fundamental elements required to understand not only DNA's form and function but how our understanding of these discoveries has affected the wider world. While this length may feel restrictive, the team found that this limitation acted as a lens, focusing the piece on the essentials.  

 

Click video to learn more 

  Interesting Charts, Graphs or Photos

 
How To Be Productive

With so much information coming at us in any given moment, it is becoming more and more difficult to stay focused. Here's a good chart that may help.


 

  

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Choosing the best Bowl for your Dog
 
There are so many choices when it comes to the shape and style of bowls for dogs. Did you know that most of these bowls unique designs are made for specific breed and dog shapes to make it easier for them to digest food? Find out which bowl is the right type for your dog's traits.  


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What Baseball Can Teach You about Financial Planning

Spring training is a tradition that baseball teams and baseball fans look forward to every year. No matter how 
they did last year, teams in spring training are full of hope that a new season will bring a fresh start. As this year's baseball season gets under way, here are a few lessons from 
America's pastime that might help you 
reevaluate your finances.




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What's New in the World of Higher Education?

 

Whether your son, daughter or grandchildren are expecting to make college decisions any day now or whether you're planning ahead for future years, here's what's new in the world of higher education.

 

SPECIAL UPDATE: 5 Years Later...
  
March 9, 2014 marked the five-year anniversary of the lowest point of the S&P 500 after the financial crisis, and we are taking this opportunity to highlight just how far markets have come since those dark days. As of Friday's close, the S&P 500 has gained just over 177.0% since the market bottom on 3/9/09.1
  

 

Locals of Interest

Info to help our clients in the local area 


Now is a great time of year to start thinking about all those small projects around the house that need to be done to  get it  ready for your families and friends to visit this summer.   Below are two great "Honey Do" guys that can help you check things off your list. I have worked with both Bill and Paul and highly recommend their professionalism and skill.

  • Buffalo Bill's Handyman Service - Bill Riffel -   716.481.0392
Stacie's Recipe of the Month
Stacie Recipe
 Guinness Irish Stew with Parsley Dumplings

 St. Patty's Day around my house is a little like Christmas.  We come from a strong Irish background and love to celebrate this festive day! Of course, any celebration calls for food, and a lot of it!  I won't say the Irish are known for their great food (whiskey and beer yes, food no) but they do know how to put together a stew.  This is a recipe I make every St. Patty's Day and it's always a hit!

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