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  • College Planning
6 min read

College Planning: Key Financial Considerations

Benjamin Franklin once said that “an investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” As many high school seniors prepare to make their final college decisions, families face one of the most significant financial commitments of their lives.
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  • Current & Economic Events
6 min read

The Importance of Offense and Defense in Challenging Markets

Concerns that a trade war will lead to a recession have recently spread around the globe. The possibility of retaliatory tariffs is on investors’ minds, with China responding with counter-tariffs, increasing the odds of a worst-case trade war scenario. Markets in Asia and Europe have declined alongside U.S. stocks, and there has been a “flight to safety” as bond prices rise and interest rates fall.
  • Current & Economic Events
7 min read

Special Update: Reciprocal Tariffs and the Market Reaction

On April 2, President Trump announced new tariffs on nearly all major trading partners. These tariffs are “reciprocal” in that they correspond to tariffs each country imposes on U.S. goods and are on top of previously announced duties.
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  • Current & Economic Events
6 min read

Finding Perspective Amid Recession Fears

The stock market has stumbled year-to-date, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq both declining. While tariffs have garnered the most attention, investors are also concerned about mixed economic signals, including weak consumer confidence, hotter inflation, government worker layoffs, and more. Some are now wondering if there will be a recession, and President Trump did not rule out the possibility in recent interviews. How can investors maintain perspective in this challenging market and economic environment?
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  • Current & Economic Events
4 min read

Special Update: Trade Wars and Navigating Market Risk

Trade headlines continue to weigh on markets as new tariffs go into effect. President Trump recently confirmed tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China, dashing hopes of more extensions or last-minute deals. Additional tariffs are expected in the coming months, including reciprocal ones against countries that impose duties on U.S. goods
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  • Financial Planning
5 min read

3 Financial (New Year’s) Resolutions for 2025

The start of the year is the perfect time to prioritize both personal and financial well-being. While physical health often takes center stage in New Year’s resolutions, financial fitness deserves equal attention
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  • Financial Planning, Taxes
5 min read

Practical Ways to Protect Yourself Against Tax Fraud

Tax-related identity theft is a growing issue that has the potential to wreak havoc on your ability to grow and retain wealth over the course of your life. It happens when scammers use your personal information—such as your Social Security number—to file fraudulent tax returns and claim refunds in your name.
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  • Current & Economic Events, My Money & Me
6 min read

After the Election: Thoughts on Financial Priorities

Politics touches so many aspects of our lives, from our financial stability to the future we envision for our families, that it's natural to feel personally and directly impacted.
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  • Investing
5 min read

What Federal Rate Cuts Mean for Investors

The Federal Reserve’s interest rate decisions remain a focal point for markets. While the timing and size of rate cuts are the subject of debate, why the central bank is cutting rates and how the full rate cut cycle might play out are far more important.
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  • Taxes
6 min read

How Tax Proposals and the Election Impact Investors

There are questions about how changes to tax rates could impact both Wall Street and Main Street. What should investors know as we approach November 5th?
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  • Investing
6 min read

How Carry Trades and Market Fragility Impact Investors

Learn how financial leverage, Japanese carry trades, and market pullbacks all contribute to market fragility – and how that can impact investors.
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  • Retirement Planning
4 min read

How to Maximize Retirement Savings with Spousal IRAs

Learn about the tax benefits, contribution limits, and other ways that a Spousal IRA can help to optimize your financial future.

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