When it comes to managing your money, making smart decisions is crucial. Whether you're planning for retirement, saving for your child's education, or running a small business, having the right financial guidance can make all the difference. But how do you choose the right financial advisor in Charleston? It’s a question I’ve asked myself many times, and I’m here to share what I’ve learned along the way. Finding a trusted partner who understands your unique goals and challeng

The Dow has been on a strong run, closing above 49,000 for the first time recently, making the 50,000 threshold a highly anticipated event.

Fiduciary focused. 🎉 Celebrating 10 Years! This month marks a major milestone for Akin Investments, LLC — our 10th year proudly serving as a Registered Investment Advisor based here in beautiful Charleston, South Carolina. Over the past decade, we've had the privilege of helping individuals, families, and businesses grow and preserve their wealth through thoughtful, client-centered financial guidance.

The most effective 2026 New Year’s financial resolutions focus on a few high‑impact habits: build or top up an emergency fund, clean up high‑interest debt, tighten your budget, and automate saving and investing. Choosing 3–5 specific, realistic goals and tying them to monthly actions makes them far more likely to stick all year.​

Santa wants round-the-clock trading, according to an SEC filing on Monday. The tech-heavy exchange is pushing to add another trading session for U.S. stocks stretching from 9 P.M. to 4 A.M. ET. It would bring total trading to 23 hours a day, five days a week. There would be a one-hour daily break between 8 P.M. and 9 P.M.

Akin Investments gives guidance on FINRA’s “pattern day trader” rules, including the 4-or-more day trades in 5 business days threshold, the $25,000 minimum equity requirement for margin accounts, and limits on day-trading buying power and margin calls. The firm emphasizes that day trading is high risk and generally not appropriate for those with limited resources or low risk tolerance.​

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Planning for retirement can feel overwhelming. You want to ensure your financial future is secure, your lifestyle is comfortable, and your goals are achievable. That’s why understanding the full scope of retirement planning and post-retirement support is essential. I’m here to guide you through the key aspects of preparing for retirement and what comes after, so you can feel confident every step of the way.

Based on the increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPI-W) from the third quarter of 2024 through the third quarter of 2025, Social Security beneficiaries and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients will receive a 2.8 percent COLA for 2026.

When it comes to managing your finances, having a trusted advisor who understands your unique situation is priceless. Whether you're planning for retirement, saving for education, or running a small business, the right financial guidance can make all the difference. That’s where Akin Investments steps in, offering personalized financial solutions tailored to your needs right here in Charleston.

Before 2025 ends, taking proactive tax and financial steps can significantly reduce your tax burden and strengthen your long-term financial health. The most effective year-end strategies focus on retirement contributions, charitable giving, investment management, and optimizing income and deductions.

When it comes to securing your financial future, having a clear plan is not just helpful - it’s essential. Whether you’re an individual aiming to grow your savings, a small business owner managing cash flow, or someone preparing for retirement or education expenses, the right approach can make all the difference. I’ve learned that success in finance doesn’t come from luck but from smart, consistent actions.

The stock market has made significant moves in 2025, showcasing a mixture of optimism and caution as investors navigate a complex economic landscape. As we enter the last quarter of the year, analyzing stock leadership and earnings trends across key sectors becomes critical for identifying opportunities and risks.

US stocks edged higher as Wall Street kept up a record-setting streak on the back of Big Tech mega caps. - Boeing Defense, Space & Security to leverage Palantir capabilities across programs for global military customers

Tech and trade tensions between the U.S. and China are in focus as the week starts, with conflicting signals for investors to process. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and China's top negotiator, Vice Premier He Lifeng, held a second day of talks in Madrid. President Trump said the discussions had gone very well, and hinted at a deal over TikTok, the Chinese-owned app for which a U.S. ban looms, echoing earlier comments by Bessent. He said he would speak with the Chinese l

Gold hit a fresh all-time high as the prospect of US interest-rate cuts boosted the metal’s appeal and traders sought safety following a recent selloff in equity and bond markets. Bullion climbed as much as 1.1% to top $3,573 an ounce

When it comes to managing your money, especially for important goals like retirement or education, understanding the rules that guide financial advisors is crucial. One of the most important concepts you should know about is fiduciary principles. These principles ensure that your financial advisor acts in your best interest, not theirs. Let’s dive into what this means, why it matters, and how it can impact your financial future.

Federal Reserve Chairman Powell will address the invitation-only global gathering of central bankers, academics and macroeconomists as the leader of the world’s largest and most respected independent central bank

Recent earnings reports have proven that United States companies are able to move forward in this nuanced world of global economics and deliver outperformance to their share holders.

The industrials sector is currently leading U.S. equity market performance in 2025, outpacing allother sectors of the S&P 500 with a year-to-date gain of approximately 15%—over double the increase of the overall index. This strength follows robust returns in 2024 and reflects sustained investor optimism bolstered by several themes and structural trends: