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Our Market Report

We keep you informed with insights on what’s happening in the markets — and how it may impact your plan. It’s not about headlines. It’s about perspective.


Illustration reading 'Fed Reverses Course' beside an upward-trending bar chart
September 17, 2026
The Fed raised rates to 3.75%–4.00%, its first hike since 2023. Affinity Capital breaks down what it means for your portfolio, savings, and everyday finances.
Navy graphic reading 'Rates Are Moving, Your Plan Shouldn't Chase Them' with an upward arrow icon
September 14, 2026
Interest rate expectations shift fast. Learn how rate changes affect cash, bonds, and stocks, and why your financial plan shouldn't chase every Fed headline.
Navy graphic for Affinity Capital's update on the Fed's decision to hold interest rates steady
July 30, 2026
The Fed held rates steady at 3.50%-3.75% as inflation eases and Q2 growth moderates. See what a steady policy stance means for your investments and financial plan.
Navy graphic for Affinity Capital's market update on geopolitical volatility and a tech rebound
July 9, 2026
Markets swung this week on U.S.-Iran tensions and oil-price volatility before a tech-led rebound. See how resilient labor data shaped our portfolio outlook.

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Our Blog

Our blog is where we break down the questions people are actually asking — from starting your first investment plan to thinking through legacy decisions. No jargon, no pressure. Just thoughtful guidance you can actually use.


Navy graphic for Affinity Capital’s year-end financial planning checklist: taxes, RMDs, and giving
September 28, 2026
Year-end planning gets rushed in November and December. Review tax-loss harvesting, Roth conversions, RMDs, and charitable giving now while there’s still time.
Navy graphic reading Why Sequence Risk Deserves Attention Now, for Affinity Capital's blog post
April 29, 2026
Two retirees can finish with identical average returns and very different outcomes. Learn why the order in which returns arrive matters more than the average itself.
Navy graphic reading The Tax Rules Changed, Your Strategy Should Too, Affinity Capital tax blog
March 12, 2026
Permanent tax brackets, a $15M estate exemption, and new charitable deduction limits are now law. See what the new tax legislation means for your 2026 tax plan.
Rain-streaked window graphic reading Caught in the Middle, Affinity Capital sandwich generation
February 10, 2026
Raising kids and caring for aging parents at the same time strains both time and money. Get practical sandwich generation financial advice for your family's plan.
QUESTIONS? CONTACT US

Our Market Report

We keep you informed with insights on what’s happening in the markets — and how it may impact your plan. It’s not about headlines. It’s about perspective.


Illustration reading 'Fed Reverses Course' beside an upward-trending bar chart
September 17, 2026
The Fed raised rates to 3.75%–4.00%, its first hike since 2023. Affinity Capital breaks down what it means for your portfolio, savings, and everyday finances.
Navy graphic reading 'Rates Are Moving, Your Plan Shouldn't Chase Them' with an upward arrow icon
September 14, 2026
Interest rate expectations shift fast. Learn how rate changes affect cash, bonds, and stocks, and why your financial plan shouldn't chase every Fed headline.
Navy graphic for Affinity Capital's update on the Fed's decision to hold interest rates steady
July 30, 2026
The Fed held rates steady at 3.50%-3.75% as inflation eases and Q2 growth moderates. See what a steady policy stance means for your investments and financial plan.
Navy graphic for Affinity Capital's market update on geopolitical volatility and a tech rebound
July 9, 2026
Markets swung this week on U.S.-Iran tensions and oil-price volatility before a tech-led rebound. See how resilient labor data shaped our portfolio outlook.

Subscribe to our Market Report

Our Blog

Our blog is where we break down the questions people are actually asking — from starting your first investment plan to thinking through legacy decisions. No jargon, no pressure. Just thoughtful guidance you can actually use.


Navy graphic for Affinity Capital’s year-end financial planning checklist: taxes, RMDs, and giving
September 28, 2026
Year-end planning gets rushed in November and December. Review tax-loss harvesting, Roth conversions, RMDs, and charitable giving now while there’s still time.
Navy graphic reading Why Sequence Risk Deserves Attention Now, for Affinity Capital's blog post
April 29, 2026
Two retirees can finish with identical average returns and very different outcomes. Learn why the order in which returns arrive matters more than the average itself.
Navy graphic reading The Tax Rules Changed, Your Strategy Should Too, Affinity Capital tax blog
March 12, 2026
Permanent tax brackets, a $15M estate exemption, and new charitable deduction limits are now law. See what the new tax legislation means for your 2026 tax plan.
Rain-streaked window graphic reading Caught in the Middle, Affinity Capital sandwich generation
February 10, 2026
Raising kids and caring for aging parents at the same time strains both time and money. Get practical sandwich generation financial advice for your family's plan.
QUESTIONS? CONTACT US

Our Market Report

We keep you informed with insights on what’s happening in the markets — and how it may impact your plan. It’s not about headlines. It’s about perspective.




Illustration reading 'Fed Reverses Course' beside an upward-trending bar chart
September 17, 2026
The Fed raised rates to 3.75%–4.00%, its first hike since 2023. Affinity Capital breaks down what it means for your portfolio, savings, and everyday finances.
Navy graphic reading 'Rates Are Moving, Your Plan Shouldn't Chase Them' with an upward arrow icon
September 14, 2026
Interest rate expectations shift fast. Learn how rate changes affect cash, bonds, and stocks, and why your financial plan shouldn't chase every Fed headline.
Navy graphic for Affinity Capital's update on the Fed's decision to hold interest rates steady
July 30, 2026
The Fed held rates steady at 3.50%-3.75% as inflation eases and Q2 growth moderates. See what a steady policy stance means for your investments and financial plan.
Navy graphic for Affinity Capital's market update on geopolitical volatility and a tech rebound
July 9, 2026
Markets swung this week on U.S.-Iran tensions and oil-price volatility before a tech-led rebound. See how resilient labor data shaped our portfolio outlook.

Subscribe to our Market Report

Our Blog

Our blog is where we break down the questions people are actually asking — from starting your first investment plan to thinking through legacy decisions. No jargon, no pressure. Just thoughtful guidance you can actually use.


Navy graphic for Affinity Capital’s year-end financial planning checklist: taxes, RMDs, and giving
September 28, 2026
Year-end planning gets rushed in November and December. Review tax-loss harvesting, Roth conversions, RMDs, and charitable giving now while there’s still time.
Navy graphic reading Why Sequence Risk Deserves Attention Now, for Affinity Capital's blog post
April 29, 2026
Two retirees can finish with identical average returns and very different outcomes. Learn why the order in which returns arrive matters more than the average itself.
Navy graphic reading The Tax Rules Changed, Your Strategy Should Too, Affinity Capital tax blog
March 12, 2026
Permanent tax brackets, a $15M estate exemption, and new charitable deduction limits are now law. See what the new tax legislation means for your 2026 tax plan.
Rain-streaked window graphic reading Caught in the Middle, Affinity Capital sandwich generation
February 10, 2026
Raising kids and caring for aging parents at the same time strains both time and money. Get practical sandwich generation financial advice for your family's plan.
QUESTIONS? CONTACT US