About Ray Hayes
Offering a sustainable, high-quality income strategy.
My clients are engaged in building and managing active professional lives. They rely on the insights of my knowledgeable team to help them protect their capital and create value for the next generation.
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A clear understanding of goals and requirements
My team and I focus on high-quality, predictable income streams generated from nontraditional sources with an established track record and history. Our sophisticated methodology provides a source of differentiated opportunity not commonly available to the average investor.
Access to the scale and scope of J.P. Morgan
I am backed by the award-winning research team1 and intellectual capital of J.P. Morgan, a global powerhouse in asset and wealth management. My clients benefit from the fiscal strength and stability of the firm's reputation and fortress balance sheet.
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Insights
Retirement
How an annuity can help as you plan for retirement
October 11, 2024As you approach retirement, you may be wondering what are the next steps for your investments. An annuity may be an effective tool for you in retirement planning by providing a steady and reliable income stream.Read Now
Outlook
September 2024 CPI report: Inflation fell to 2.4%, moving closer to the Fed’s 2% target
October 11, 2024The uptick in September’s core CPI reminds us that inflation pressure hasn’t fully dissipated, which should keep the Fed on a gradual pace of rate cuts going forward.Read Now
Markets
Fourth-quarter forecast: 3 things that could affect markets
October 11, 2024We explore the potential impact of geopolitical tensions, China’s policy stimulus and U.S. elections.Read Now
Wealth Planning
Make philanthropy a family affair
October 10, 2024There are many ways to engage younger generations in philanthropic pursuits. Learn about them here.Read Now
Retirement
Capitalizing on the tax-deferral advantage of a variable annuity
October 8, 2024A variable annuity is a tax-deferred retirement product that accumulates funds or distributes income based on the performance of the underlying investment options chosen by the contract owner. Read why this can be especially beneficial for individuals in a high tax bracket.Read Now
Wealth Planning
Estate planning for Indigenous Americans
October 8, 2024For Indigenous people in the U.S., estate planning can be particularly complex. Read on to learn how Indigenous Americans can approach estate planning.Read Now
Outlook
September 2024 jobs report: 254,000 jobs added, defying expectations
October 7, 2024U.S. job growth unexpectedly accelerated sharply beyond economists’ expectations, solidifying our strategists’ view that the Fed will lower interest rates by 25 basis points at its next meeting.Read Now
Markets
Putting this week's events into context
October 4, 2024Here’s what you should know about escalating global conflicts and a mixed week for markets.Read Now
Wealth Planning
“Family of choice” can be a framework for caregiving support for LGBTQ+ seniors
October 3, 2024“Family of choice” can be a framework for caregiving support for LGBTQ+ seniors. Read on to learn more.Read NowRetirement
How an annuity can help as you plan for retirement
October 11, 2024As you approach retirement, you may be wondering what are the next steps for your investments. An annuity may be an effective tool for you in retirement planning by providing a steady and reliable income stream.Read NowOutlook
September 2024 CPI report: Inflation fell to 2.4%, moving closer to the Fed’s 2% target
October 11, 2024The uptick in September’s core CPI reminds us that inflation pressure hasn’t fully dissipated, which should keep the Fed on a gradual pace of rate cuts going forward.Read NowMarkets
Fourth-quarter forecast: 3 things that could affect markets
October 11, 2024We explore the potential impact of geopolitical tensions, China’s policy stimulus and U.S. elections.Read NowWealth Planning
Make philanthropy a family affair
October 10, 2024There are many ways to engage younger generations in philanthropic pursuits. Learn about them here.Read NowRetirement
Capitalizing on the tax-deferral advantage of a variable annuity
October 8, 2024A variable annuity is a tax-deferred retirement product that accumulates funds or distributes income based on the performance of the underlying investment options chosen by the contract owner. Read why this can be especially beneficial for individuals in a high tax bracket.Read NowWealth Planning
Estate planning for Indigenous Americans
October 8, 2024For Indigenous people in the U.S., estate planning can be particularly complex. Read on to learn how Indigenous Americans can approach estate planning.Read NowOutlook
September 2024 jobs report: 254,000 jobs added, defying expectations
October 7, 2024U.S. job growth unexpectedly accelerated sharply beyond economists’ expectations, solidifying our strategists’ view that the Fed will lower interest rates by 25 basis points at its next meeting.Read NowMarkets
Putting this week's events into context
October 4, 2024Here’s what you should know about escalating global conflicts and a mixed week for markets.Read NowWealth Planning
“Family of choice” can be a framework for caregiving support for LGBTQ+ seniors
October 3, 2024“Family of choice” can be a framework for caregiving support for LGBTQ+ seniors. Read on to learn more.Read Now
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