• Thriving in the New Work-Life World

    Addressing the modern Concerns of an overworked, overstressed workforce. Annual US Employee Benefit Trends Survey- 2019 Metlife

    Important information for both employers and individuals, this study demonstrates the immense pressure and stress employees bring with them to work everyday. Employee wellness is a huge concern for employers and small businesses, as the burden of employee financial stress reduces productivity and quality of their work. Financial stress is not only hurting job satisfaction, it is weighing on growth, revenue and the bottom line.

    Given the strong job market (fueled by low unemployment and labor shortages) employees are leaving companies for more than just financial reasons. The results effect more than the bottom line, employee turnover and loss of key talent hurts growth, operations and company morale. People want a work environment that will improve their quality of life, both at the office and at home. Employees are migrating to organizations that offer benefits and programs to deliver this ideal lifestyle.

    Lane Hipple has created a program to address employees financial stress and cultivate a happier workforce. Our innovative approach helps companies take a proactive approach to address this through financial literacy and empowerment. In partnership with employers we deliver education and support to relieve employees of financial burdens. The outcome is a more engaged, productivity and happier workforce, which will retain the talented employees, while creating loyalty and commitment to the organization. Our engagements are customizable and can be implemented with organizations of any size or location. Whether a local small business or a midsize multi-office growth organization, our flexible solutions deliver. Reach out our partner Andy Hipple to learn more about this innovative and exciting new frontier of employee benefit and wellness. 856-638-1855 ANDY@LHSWEALTH.COM

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  • What the Midterm Elections Mean for the Markets

    Historically, the Market Performs Well After Midterm Elections

    While America—and more than likely, the world—is focused on the U.S. midterm
    elections, the U.S. stock market continues to reach all-time highs. At the same time,
    trade wars are weighing on sentiment globally.

    Regardless of party affiliation, investors may try to gauge what will happen on election night and whether to
    make any adjustments accordingly. From a financial perspective, the good news is that historically midterm
    elections have not had a major impact on the financial markets or provided reasons for investors to make major
    changes to their investment plans. It’s critical to take a step back and let history be our guide.

    What the Midterm Elections Mean for the Markets

     

    Contains Provided by Oppenheimer Funds; the views and opinions expressed are those of Oppenheimer Funds and not Lane Hipple.  Lane Hipple is not affiliated with Oppenheimer Funds.

  • Tackling Trade & Treasuries

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    Major domestic indexes went down last week after all three gained more than 2% the previous week.[1] The S&P 500 dropped 0.54%, the Dow gave back 0.47%, and the NASDAQ lost 0.66%.[2] International stocks also stumbled; the MSCI EAFE decreased by 0.61%.[3]

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  • Markets Post Week of Growth

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    On Friday, the markets closed the week gaining traction. The Dow had 7 days of consecutive growth, rising 2.34%—its largest weekly gain since March.[1] Meanwhile, the S&P 500 rose 2.41%, the NASDAQ jumped 2.68%, and the MSCI EAFE increased 1.41%.[2]

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  • The Difference the Right Financial Advisor Makes