Step 1: Learning to Save
Life just gets in the way! That is a phrase I often hear as an excuse for not getting something done. In fact, those words are a frequent player in my own personal bank of excuses! The same is true when it comes to personal financial decisions. There’s always going to be something or someone […]
6 Tips for Survival in This Wild World of Internet Sales
By Elizabeth K.B. DiPietrantonio, J.D. I called my Mother recently with a tone of excitement in my voice I could barely contain. I am almost positive she thought I was calling with news of a grandchild or perhaps the second coming. Alas, I simply wanted to share that I had purchased a set of hair […]
5 Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding Day
When reflecting back on your picture perfect wedding, we could assume you were caught up in the moment of love and making sure everything was perfect. Now, the wedding is over and you are able to take a step back and realize you might have gone overboard with the spending. One of our very own […]
Are You Anxious About Stock Market Volatility?
When reflecting on the performance of the markets over the last year what comes to mind? Turbulence? Fluctuations? Uncertainty? All of the above? If the answer is yes, you aren’t alone. According to CNBC* Nearly 40 percent of Americans said they were “anxious” about stock market volatility…and that was before the roller coaster […]
The Time Has Come To Grow The JGUA Headquarters!
On Friday, June 29th we had the opportunity to tour JGUA’s Big Flats property with local contractors as we move along in the process of relocating our Corporate Office to Daniel Zenker Drive. It was definitely exciting to discuss the progress that’s being made towards this important milestone in our Firm’s history as we quickly […]
Women in Finance
Earlier this week members of the John G. Ullman & Associates Team were involved in the annual Fund For Women “Inspire” Fundraising Dinner (#FFWInspire) at the Corning Museum of Glass. The Fund For Women’s Mission is “to help girls and women achieve self-sufficiency and realize life goals.” Their Mission is complimentary to the Mission and […]
Volatility in the Market – with Commentary from John G. Ullman
Market Drops…Now What?? *Spoiler alert…..no need to panic. It’s been a Volatile week in the Markets. Sharp declines, and the dramatic headlines that follow, can trigger panic and feelings of uncertainty, especially after the record breaking growth that’s been seen in the Market over the last year. What caused the drops seen in the Market […]
To Pre-pay or Not To Pre-Pay
Questions linger in regards to Year-End Tax planning post passage of GOP Tax Bill… With the passage of the GOP Tax Bill, many questions are lingering about the impact to taxpayers heading into the New Year. The clock is ticking to make sure taxpayers take advantage of any opportunities to maximize deductions on their 2017 […]
GOP Tax Bill Passes
Its official…The GOP’s $1.5 trillion tax plan cleared the Senate early this morning. (…with a lump of coal provision in the end.) The bill passed the House earlier Tuesday, but due to a procedural snafu the chamber will vote again today before noon. The re-vote isn’t expected to change the outcome. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, […]
Are You Prepared for a Disaster?
Are You Prepared for a Disaster? Nora Smith, Information Services Manager This Holiday season, so many of us are watching the news helplessly as the fires rage in California and thousands have been forced to leave their homes. The ongoing natural disaster in the West comes on the heels of a horrific Hurricane season that […]
