
Constructive on Stocks in the Second Half as AI Debate Continues
The S&P 500 settled a whirlwind July moderately lower but maintained healthy year-to-date gains. Just one month into the second half, some of our key
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Mr. Doug English, CFP of Act Advisors of Wealth Management, has been our financial advisor for the last 18 years, even before he moved to LPL. He had always provided sound advice, specifically designed for us, ensuring our financial and other life goals. We are immensely proud to learn that he has been included in LPL Financials’ Chairman’s Council, moving him to the top 1% of the LPL’s 21,000 strong nationwide network. His getting this honorable recognition demonstrates his expertise, hard work, and commitment to his clients to achieve their financial goals, that we have seen from day one till to date. His approach built with knowledge and trust is so unique and that has brought satisfaction to his clients including us. We have always felt that Doug and his group are with us during all circumstances. Being proud members of his leadership team, we are incredibly happy to say, “Our Hearty congratulations to Doug, and wish him the best”. Sincerely, Shaila n Vijay Shroff
We love working with ACT Advisors. Before we retired we signed up with ACT. We wanted validation that we were financially able to survive on our retirement saving and income. They provided us with reports and projections base on our portfolio that we could not only survive, but thrive in our retirement. That was 6 years ago and we have maintained our relationship ever since. We receive quarterly updates on our portfolio and where we are financially on our personal retirement roadmap. We also have the ability to call and ask for advice or to answer questions when we have the need. I highly recommend them!
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Doug and team are amazing! We’ve been clients for years and couldn’t be happier. Doug truly listens and cares about our needs/goals and tailors strategies to achieve them. The strategies... read more have been very successful and we are now happily retired! The team is extremely professional and responsive. They go above and beyond to meet our needs. Wrapped around all of this is a very personal touch.
We have worked with Pat and ACT Advisors for several years. He is honest with you and will give you a detailed report on your financial situation tailored to you.... read more Thank you Pat!
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The S&P 500 settled a whirlwind July moderately lower but maintained healthy year-to-date gains. Just one month into the second half, some of our key
July brought broad declines across stocks and bonds. Doug English, CFP®, shares ACT Advisors’ qualified outlook, a QQQ Technology Index update, and a secure tax-return upload reminder.

In this episode of C.U. On The Show, host Doug English speaks with Tansley Stearns, president and CEO of Orsa credit union, and Jamie Jackson, founder and CEO of Arkatechture.

Doug English and guests discuss CUltivate AI, a credit union-focused CUSO, and AI governance, transparency, privacy and practical use cases.
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