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There’s no question that charity is most on our minds during the holidays. There’s no shortage of office food drives, calls for volunteers at local soup kitchens, and donation boxes scattered throughout the mall. Whether you choose to participate in these activities, or you’re considering donating to a charity through the holidays and beyond, there are many ways to give back, no matter your budget.

If you’re feeling apprehensive about the cost of charity, consider these options on how to include charitable giving in your financial plan. You might be surprised at some of the items and their benefits.

Following the election of Donald Trump in November 2016, the outlook for the year ahead held the promise of political volatility and, as a result, economic volatility. It’s fair to say that politically, we’ve been let down, but the market has actually had one of its least volatile years on record, and global markets are all in the black. In this update, we’ll look at the key drivers to this low volatility and discuss whether the trend will persist going forward.