I’m Selling My Law Practice and Retiring. Do I Pay Off the $2 Million Loan on My Office Building —...
A 64‑year‑old attorney is retiring and must decide whether to pay off the $2 million mortgage on his office building or keep the loan. The building, valued at $3.5 million, generates $26,000 a month in rent under a 10‑year triple‑net lease. With $2.5 million in investable assets, $4.5 million in retirement accounts, and an expected $2.5 million from selling his practice, his net worth exceeds $12 million. The choice hinges on mortgage interest rates, tax efficiency of using sale proceeds, and the trade‑off between cash flow and concentration risk.
Need to File for a Tax Extension Today? Read This First.
The IRS expects a record 20.7 million extension requests as the April 15 deadline looms, driven by new tax cuts that have boosted average refunds to $3,462. Taxpayers can secure an extension by filing Form 4868, using IRS Direct Pay, or through free‑file...
Why One Analyst Believes Microsoft’s Stock May Be Bottoming Out
Microsoft shares have rebounded over 10% from a March low, erasing part of a 34% decline from its October record. Bernstein analyst Mark Moerdler argues the stock is bottoming as AI‑related capex begins to translate into Azure revenue, with a six‑month...
Goldman Sachs Has the Top Rank Among the S&P 500 by This Remarkable Statistic
Goldman Sachs reported Q1 earnings that beat expectations, but its stock slipped 3% as investors priced in a forward P/E of 14.8, above the banking sector average. The bank raised its quarterly dividend to $4.50, delivering a 1.98% yield and...
This Is the Defense Sector’s Fastest Grower — and a $20 Billion Trade Most Investors Are Missing
The counter‑unmanned‑aircraft systems (counter‑UAS) market is poised to expand from roughly $6.6 billion today to $20 billion by 2030, reflecting a 25% compound annual growth rate. Demand is coming from three overlapping segments: military operations, homeland‑security agencies, and commercial infrastructure owners. While...
Streaming Viewers Are OK with Double the Commercials as ‘Subscription Fatigue’ Sets In
A new MarketWatch survey finds that as streaming subscription fees climb, more viewers are willing to watch twice as many commercials in exchange for lower prices. The trend, labeled “subscription fatigue,” shows consumers prioritizing cost savings over ad‑free experiences. Respondents...
Trump Says He’s Closing the Strait of Hormuz. Has He Been Reading MarketWatch?
President Donald Trump announced a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a move that could trigger a sharp rise in global oil prices and create an energy‑price shock. The decision aligns with earlier MarketWatch analysis suggesting the president may be...
Are You a ‘HENRY’? Why 90% of Financial Advisers Will Waive Their Minimums to Get Your Business.
Advisory firms often tout $500,000‑$1 million asset minimums, but a recent survey shows roughly 90 % of them regularly waive those thresholds. The limits are more a branding tool than a hard rule, signaling a wealth‑management positioning and helping firms project costs....
Americans Would Love This $25,000 Hybrid SUV — but It’s Not Available Here Yet
Edmunds’ senior test editor gave the Chinese‑made Geely Galaxy M9 a glowing review, calling it an "incredibly competitive SUV." The three‑row plug‑in hybrid is priced at roughly $25,000, delivers about 130 miles of electric range, and packs premium touches such...
Investors Are Gloomy About Inflation and Risk-Taking Ahead of Saturday’s Iran Talks
U.S. equities slipped on Friday as investors grew wary of rising inflation and the upcoming U.S.–Iran talks in Islamabad. The Dow Jones fell 0.6%, the S&P 500 edged down 0.1%, while the Nasdaq rose 0.4% after a week‑long rally. Market sentiment...
It’s OK to Postpone Saving for College Until You Have These 4 Financial Priorities Under Control
Financial planners say parents should secure an emergency fund, boost retirement savings, and eliminate high‑interest debt before prioritizing a 529 college account. For a $150,000 household, the guideline is three‑to‑six months of cash reserves, at least 10‑15% of income toward...
Here’s the Real Cost of Economy Airfare After All the Fees. ‘What’s Next — an Add-On for Access to the...
U.S. airlines are now generating over $100 billion a year from ancillary fees, a figure that has more than doubled since 2016. The practice of unbundling services means a basic economy ticket often costs half of a comparable fare that includes...
The Stock-Market Correction Isn’t over Yet. Here’s Why the Iran Cease-Fire Is Actually a Bad Omen.
The U.S. equity market entered correction territory in March, with the Nasdaq Composite shedding more than 10 % from its February peak. Despite that decline, short‑term market timers stayed bullish, even after the Iran cease‑fire was announced. The expected “wall of...
Your Grocery Bill Will Be the Next Casualty of the Iran War. Make These Investment Moves Now to Counter Food...
The escalating conflict in Iran is pushing global oil prices higher, which in turn is inflating food costs worldwide. Simultaneously, a fertilizer shortage and mounting tariffs are tightening supply chains, threatening grocery bills for consumers. The article advises investors to...
Sandisk’s Stock Is up 2,000% in a Year — and This Analyst Says It’s Still Being Underestimated
SanDisk’s shares have rocketed more than 2,000% over the last year, drawing attention from investors and analysts alike. Bernstein analyst Mark Newman outlined a “blue‑sky” scenario that could lift the stock another 300%, targeting a $3,000 per‑share price. The projection...
