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Guardian

Many of us aren’t saving enough for retirement. But there are ways to fix this

(This column originally appeared in The Guardian) It was recently reported that nearly half of the members of my generation are delaying retirement as rising…

Gene MarksMay 31, 2026

Washington Times

Trump’s economy stronger than the headlines suggest

(This column originally appeared in The Washington Times) Worried about the economy? Don’t be. Here’s why. Inflation spikes will be temporary Everyone is worried about…

Gene MarksMay 28, 2026

Guardian

Waiting on a tariff refund after Trump’s duties were struck down? Don’t bother

(This column originally appeared in The Guardian) Now that the Supreme Court has found that the Donald Trump exceeded his authority to levy tariffs, the…

Gene MarksMarch 1, 2026

Philly.com

More business owners are selling, but uncertainty continues

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) More small businesses are being sold, a new report says, but they’re selling for less as some companies’ financials…

Gene MarksNovember 11, 2025

Daily Herald

For small businesses, these are the 3 economic metrics that really matter in 2025

(This column originally appeared in The Daily Herald) If you’re running a business you have to pay close attention to the economy. Failure to do so…

Gene MarksMay 25, 2025

Philly.com

With stock prices falling, consider ‘tax-loss harvesting’ to stay invested

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) U.S. stock prices have significantly dropped over the past week and — thanks to changing government policies and other factors…

Gene MarksMarch 18, 2025

Philly.com

Big changes are coming to retirement plans in 2025. Here’s what small businesses should know.

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) As we near the end of 2024, it’s important for business owners to understand impending changes in retirement plan…

Gene MarksDecember 24, 2024

Guardian

Any US interest cut would be good — but don’t expect miracles right away

(This column originally appeared in The Guardian) Inflation is declining, the jobs market is cooling and it looks pretty certain that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates…

Gene MarksAugust 25, 2024

Guardian

Boomers are selling businesses to millennials in a generational handover

(This column originally appeared in The Guardian) When you hear “startup”, you might think of the millions of entrepreneurs who have founded new businesses over the past few…

Gene MarksAugust 18, 2024

Philly.com

How local realtors are adapting to big changes in their industry

(This column originally appeared in The Inquirer) New rules going into effect in August will allow buyers and sellers to more easily negotiate the commissions they pay…

Gene MarksJuly 23, 2024