First full trading week of 2026 ends on positive note U.S. financial markets ended the first full trading week of 2026 on a broadly positive note, with major equity benchmarks reaching all-time...

January is Financial Wellness Month, a reminder that financial health isn’t built in one big moment, it’s built through thoughtful, intentional steps taken over time. You don’t need a perfect plan...

January update: Fed cuts, inflation cools, and markets split The holidays are over and it's time to dive into a market update. December served as a fitting finale to a year that defied expectations...

Weekly update: Record highs and consumer jitters Despite scaled-back trading, markets are closing out 2025 on an upbeat note. The S&P 500 and Dow notched record highs last week, propelled by...

Weekly update: Markets pause as Fed shifts gears U.S. markets took a breather last week, digesting the Federal Reserve’s third straight rate cut alongside softer inflation data. The economic...

How consistent contributions can help offset market uncertaintyAs we head into 2026, investors continue to face familiar themes: market volatility, interest rate uncertainty, geopolitical tension,...

Weekly update: What’s next as Fed eases, markets hesitate? Last week, markets were shaped by the Federal Reserve's December 10th meeting, where policymakers cut rates by a quarter point while...

Weekly update: Cutting through the noise and Fed decision U.S. markets held steady last week as investors awaited the Fed's December 10th decision. Equities notched modest gains, long-term yields...

Tips for discussing values, estate plans, and legacy while everyone is together The holidays bring a rare gift: time together. Between shared meals, familiar traditions, and reunited family members...

December update: Data puzzle, Fed signals, and path forward Last month looked calm on the surface, but proved more nuanced. U.S. markets spent most of November near record highs before losing...

Market whiplash and the week ahead I hope you're doing well. Last week brought significant market turbulence as investors rotated sharply from growth to value stocks amid heightened Federal Reserve...

As the leaves change colors and the year begins to wind down, it's the perfect time to reflect on your financial strategy. Think of tax-loss harvesting as a "financial fall cleaning" that can help...

The 43-day U.S. government shutdown ended on November 12th, but its impact lingers. Key economic data on jobs, inflation, and retail sales remain frozen or delayed, leaving investors navigating in...

Markets lost their footing last week as several headwinds converged. A tech and AI sell-off, persistent inflation worries, and policy uncertainty loomed large against the backdrop of a 38-day...

Many small businesses still believe that 401(k) plans are too complex or costly to implement. It's time to challenge this misconception. Running a business is demanding, and managing employee...

November update: Fed cuts, tech strength, and an uncertain outlook Recent weeks have brought significant developments from pivotal Federal Reserve policy shifts to breakthrough advancements in...

Weekly update: Fresh data, big earnings, and the week ahead Markets moved through a surprisingly upbeat week with resilience, shrugging off Washington’s shutdown and finding just enough fresh...

Money on the Mind: How Financial Stress Impacts Mental Health Money isn’t just about numbers on a balance sheet. It touches every corner of our lives: our choices, our relationships, even our sense...

Weekly update: Lingering shutdown, flying blind, and the week ahead The government shutdown dominated headlines last week, halting key economic data and leaving investors to rely on private signals...

Weekly Market Update: 10/13/2025 The U.S. government shutdown dominated headlines last week, delaying key data and adding near-term uncertainty. Still, markets held up on hopes for a “Goldilocks”...

Weekly Market Update: 10/06/2025 Last week brought plenty of drama. Stocks hit record highs on unabated AI enthusiasm, the Fed hinted at more rate cuts, inflation showed signs of cooling, and a...

Understanding Roth Conversions: Is Now the Right Time for You? Roth IRA conversions have become one of the most talked-about financial planning strategies in recent years. With changing tax laws,...

October update: Fed eases, U.S. economy perseveres It’s been an active month for the markets, with stock indexes hitting new highs and the U.S. economy indicating notable resilience. Recent...

Weekly update: Lower rates, resilient consumers Last week delivered a mix of steady progress and fresh challenges for the U.S. economy. The Federal Reserve's dovish policy move signaled a shift...

4 Key Year-End Strategies for Your Financial Planning The kids are back to school, the temperatures are dropping and plans are being made to close out 2025. As the year swiftly approaches its end,...

Weekly Market Update: 9/15/2025 Wall Street rallied last week as hopes for a Federal Reserve rate cut gained momentum, with stocks, bonds, and currencies responding to softer jobs data and...

Weekly Market Update: 09/08/2025 As September begins, financial markets and U.S. economic activity are being influenced by record-high equity valuations, growing optimism for potential Federal...

Why it’s Time for Millennials to Create Their Estate PlanWhen most people hear the term estate planning, they picture retirees with significant wealth, multiple properties, or business interests....

September update: Stock market rally, cautious consumers August delivered fluctuations in U.S. markets, with rallies and pullbacks driven by shifting Fed policies, durable earnings, and stubborn...

Let’s face it, investing can feel intimidating. There’s a lot of terminology, plenty of options, and no shortage of opinions out there. But the truth is, investing doesn’t have to be complicated....

It’s certainly been an eventful time for the economy and stock market. Markets are hitting record highs, but inflation and policy uncertainty are tempering expectations for near-term rate cuts....

We get it. When markets move fast, it’s tempting to think we should move faster. Whether it's a sudden dip or a rally making headlines, market timing can feel like the smart (or even necessary)...

Tariff news once again dominated last week’s headlines amid major developments. Read on for highlights of what you should know. Stock Index PerformanceThe S&P 500 climbed by 2.43%.The Nasdaq 100...

With the passage of the new federal tax bill — dubbed the “One Big, Beautiful Bill” — there are some significant tax and financial changes on the way. This legislation makes permanent or expands...

Navigate Back-to-School Chaos with Tax SavingsAh, the back-to-school season! It's that time of year when parents are knee-deep in supply shopping, shuttling to extracurricular activities, and...

Recent policy shifts have stirred concerns among consumers and businesses alike, with rising prices and economic uncertainties looming large. Among these policy changes, the steel and aluminum...