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A recent survey found that 28% of workers are very confident about having enough money to live comfortably through their retirement years. At the same time, 27% are not confident.1 In 2001 congress passed a law that can help older...

Federal estate taxes have been a source of funding for the federal government almost since the U.S. was founded. In 1797, Congress instituted a system of federal stamps that were required on all wills offered for probate when property...

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there were over five million new business applications submitted in 2022 alone. All individuals pursuing the dream of exercising their entrepreneurial muscles will face the same question,...

Congratulations on starting your equine operation!  You need to consider several items when starting your farm and having proper insurance is a big one.One option is a Special Farm Package (SFP) for equine owners.  This type...

In recent months, there has been a surge in companies discussing and embracing the use of artificial intelligence (AI). With its potential to revolutionize industries and drive innovation, AI has become a focal point of strategic...

Most portfolios are constructed based on an individual's investment objective, risk tolerance, and time horizon.Using these inputs and sophisticated portfolio-optimization calculations, most investors can feel confident that they own a...

As a parent, you of course want to give your child the best opportunity for success, and for many, attending the “right” university or college is that opportunity. Unfortunately, being accepted to the college of one’s...

Social Security's been a fact of retirement life ever since it was established in 1935. We all think we know how it works, but how much do you really know? Here are nine things that might surprise you.The Social Security trust fund is...

In the final days of 2022, Congress passed a new set of retirement rules designed to facilitate contribution to retirement plans and access to those funds earmarked for retirement.The law is called SECURE 2.0, and it is a follow-up to...

Are recession fears fading? Investors may still be cautious but it appears that CEOs are markedly more optimistic. During quarterly earnings calls for Q4 2022, the mention of a recession has dropped to just 12%.

Traditional Individual Retirement Accounts (IRA), which were created in 1974, are owned by roughly 36.6 million U.S. households. And Roth IRAs, created as part of the Taxpayer Relief Act in 1997, are owned by nearly 27.3 million...

What has upswings and downturns, troughs, peaks, and plateaus? Though such terms could easily describe a roller coaster ride, they are also commonly used to describe the business cycle.The business cycle – also known as the...

American National Insurance Company was recently named to Newsweek’s list of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies.

Retirement can have many meanings. For some, it will be a time to travel and spend time with family members. For others, it will be a time to start a new business or begin a charitable endeavor. Regardless of what approach you intend...

A lot has changed over the last 18 months and it’s hard to keep up.  Supply shortages and increasing prices are just a couple of the changes.  And, these two changes can have a big impact on the insurance coverage for...

DWA Business Spotlight: Devour DessertsDo we insure Retail Businesses?You bet we do! Devour Desserts is one of our clients.Interested in learning more about insurance for your business? Call us at 856-358-3900 OR click here.

Jack Dempsey & Lynn Erb Accept Our AwardWe are honored to be voted Best Insurance Agent and Best Financial Consultants in the Salem County Chamber’s Best of Salem County 2021 contest.We are grateful for our staff and clients as...

DWA Business Spotlight: J. Faith Hair StudioDo we insure salons?Yes, we do. If fact, we insure a lot of them.Listen in as Jennifer Faith, owner of J. Faith Hair Studio talks about her experience with Dempsey, Weiss & Associates.If you...

Welcome to the Business of Business – Two Daughters & Their Dad Podcast!In this episode Jennifer, Staci & Jack answer some great questions submitted via email and on our Facebook page.Jack answers a question abut what...

We have a lot to be thankful for.Every season is a good season to put your loved ones first. As you continue planning your favorite holiday activities, be sure to prioritize a conversation with your agent about your life insurance...

Have you received your 2021 enrollment information & access code from Get Covered NJ? Confused as what to do when?We will review your current plan and explain the changes for 2021. Then we will talk about what doctors you prefer and...

Each year you have the opportunity to review and change your Part C & D coverage. As you know, Part D is your prescription drug coverage.The deadline to make any changes is Monday, Dec 7, 2020.Even if you are happy with your current...