Trump stated trade wars are easy to win, but some believe pain is on the way. What possible buying opportunities exists if the markets head south?

President Trump predicts easy to win trade negotiations vs China, but one article predicts there may be worse to come after US fires new shots in trade war. Although emerging markets did well in 2017, they have been hit hard in recent months. Countries including Brazil, Turkey, India and South Korea could present major buying opportunities if their currency continues to fall. Other topics include:

• The importance of stock dividends and passive income
• Social Security taxes and the first five years of retirement
• The Gig Economy and lack of benefits
• Having a self-employment plan
• Gig Economy jobs for retirees
• Viatical life settlements

 

 

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