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    The State of the Market

    enJuly 21, 2020
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    About this Episode

    Kevin Cox, a regional advisor for Lincoln Financial, joined our own Zach Gosselin to discuss the state of the current market and some advanced market opportunities that may prove beneficial in the current financial climate for your clients. Tune in to learn more!

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