Katie Brockman

St. Louis

Writer at The Motley Fool (U.S.)

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This Unstoppable Dividend ETF Could Earn You $5,000 a Year in Passive Income

3 weeks ago | fool.com | Katie Brockman

Investing in dividend stocks can be a fantastic way to generate passive income through the stock market, and a dividend ETF can make the process even more hands-off. A dividend ETF is a collection of dividend stocks grouped into a single investment, and this type of investment can take much of the guesswork out of where to buy.
Warren Buffett Says Buying This Investment Is "The Best Thing" for Most People -- and It Could Make You a Millionaire

3 weeks ago | fool.com | Katie Brockman

The last few months have been rocky for the stock market, as major indexes have fluctuated wildly -- surging, plunging, and then surging once again. With tariff policies changing by the day and experts warning about the impacts those tariffs may have on the job market and economy, many investors are unsure about what to expect going forward. However, there's one Warren Buffett-approved investment that the legendary investor has said is a smart buy for nearly everyone.
Understanding Social Security: The Impact of Remarriage on Benefits

3 weeks ago | fool.com | Katie Brockman

Social Security can make or break retirement for many older Americans, and your marital status can have a direct impact on how much you receive. Married, divorced, and widowed spouses could be entitled to extra money each month. But there are strict eligibility requirements to receive these benefits, and if your marital status changes during retirement, it could also affect your payments. Here's everything you need to know. What are spousal benefits?
Understanding Social Security: The Impact of Remarriage on Benefits

3 weeks ago | flipboard.com | Katie Brockman

1 day agoAt least $1.7 trillion languishes in lost or forgotten 401(k) accounts, with an average unclaimed balance of $56,616. Those 29 million idle accounts represent one quarter of all assets held in 401(k) retirement plans. And those figures come from a 2023 report from Capitalize, a financial services …
3 Unstoppable Vanguard ETFs I'm Buying and Holding Forever -- Even if a Recession Is Coming

4 weeks ago | fool.com | Katie Brockman

If the recent stock market rollercoaster has you feeling nauseated, you're not alone. Investor sentiment has been swinging wildly in recent months, with 43% of investors feeling optimistic about the market in January to only 19% in March to around 38% most recently, according to weekly surveys from the American Association of Individual Investors. Recession probabilities have also shifted substantially. In March, analysts at J.P. Morgan estimated a 40% chance of a recession beginning in 2025.
3 Unstoppable Vanguard ETFs I'm Buying and Holding Forever -- Even if a Recession Is Coming

4 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Katie Brockman

Key PointsWith the market fluctuating wildly, it's more important than ever to invest in the right places. ETFs can help balance risk and reward, especially during periods of volatilityEven if a recession is coming, I'm continuing to stock up on these three Vanguard funds. If the recent stock market rollercoaster has you feeling nauseated, you're not alone.
Prediction: This Growth ETF Will Crush the S&P 500 Over the Next 10 Years

1 month ago | fool.com | Katie Brockman

Despite the waves of turbulence in recent weeks, the S&P 500 (^GSPC -1.61%) has experienced a record-breaking few years. In the past five years alone, the index has surged by more than 103%, as of this writing. But many individual stocks and funds have outperformed the S&P 500 in that time, and with a careful curation of investments, it's possible to beat the market by a significant margin.
The Stock Market Is Soaring: This Tech ETF Could Help You Turn $100 per Month Into Nearly $500,000 With Next to No Effort

1 month ago | fool.com | Katie Brockman

The stock market has been on a nauseating rollercoaster of ups and downs this year, but those who have stuck it out have reaped the rewards. As of this writing, the S&P 500 (^GSPC 0.70%) has soared by nearly 20% since it bottomed out in early April. Regardless of what the next few months have in store, the market will almost certainly perform well over the long haul. By investing now, you can potentially set yourself up for significant gains.
Prediction: This Warren Buffett-Approved Index Fund Will Survive Any Recession or Stock Market Crash

1 month ago | fool.com | Katie Brockman

Recession concerns are ramping up, with more than half of U.S. investors feeling "bearish" about the upcoming six months, according to a May 2025 survey from the American Association of Individual Investors. Experts are also issuing warnings about the economy, with J.P. Morgan analysts predicting a 60% probability of a recession in 2025 -- up from their previous estimate of 40%. Goldman Sachs also hiked their estimates from 20% to 45%, rattling some investors.
3 Investing Mistakes to Avoid at All Costs if a Stock Market Crash Is Coming

1 month ago | fool.com | Katie Brockman

With new tariffs taking effect, many experts are warning about the economic implications they may have. The Federal Reserve Bank of New York estimates a 30% chance of a recession beginning in the next 12 months, according to data released in early May. Analysts at Goldman Sachs and J.P. Morgan put the odds of a recession at 45% and 60%, respectively. Both firms noted that tariff policies, specifically, have increased recession risks for 2025.

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