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For decades, the 4 percent rule has served as a reliable starting point for retirement income planning. Withdraw four percent of your portfolio in year one, adjust that dollar amount for inflation each year, and...

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

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You may already have life insurance in place.

Thursday, March 05, 2026

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Saving for future education expenses can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. A 529 education savings plan offers a flexible, tax-advantaged way to prepare for future costs, whether for your child, grandchild, or...

Friday, January 30, 2026

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Learning you are going to be a parent is one of life’s most exhilarating moments.  But soon after the excitement comes a wave of questions: Are we ready?  How will this change our finances?  Smart...

Friday, January 02, 2026

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High income earners often max out their company retirement plans yet still have money they’d like to stash for the future. A traditional Roth IRA lets you build tax free wealth, but income limits restrict...

Tuesday, October 28, 2025

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Equity compensation isn’t just for Silicon Valley startups—it’s a powerful tool that businesses of all sizes use to recruit, retain, and motivate key employees. When you accept an equity grant, you’re taking partial ownership in...

Thursday, October 16, 2025

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Changing jobs can be an exciting opportunity, but it often leaves one important question unanswered: what happens to your old 401(k)? With millions of Americans switching employers during the “Great Resignation,” many workers leave retirement...

Tuesday, October 07, 2025

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Congress has passed a sweeping new law — officially titled the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act, but often referred to as the “One Big Beautiful Bill.” This legislation brings substantial changes to...

Thursday, August 14, 2025

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Putting your hard-earned money in someone else’s hands can feel like a big step—but with the right person, it’s a smart move toward achieving your financial goals. Luckily, our industry is highly regulated, and there...

Monday, July 28, 2025

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It’s now been over a year since COVID-19 first hit American shores. While the pandemic has affected everyone to varying degrees, we can all agree that everyone’s life is different today than it was a...

Thursday, March 04, 2021

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“In the short-term, the market is a popularity contest. In the long-term, the market is a weighing machine.”

Thursday, February 04, 2021

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A new year offers a welcomed turn of the calendar and a fresh start. However, it’s difficult to put 2020 completely behind us just yet because the COVID-19 pandemic still presents a significant threat. Healthcare...

Friday, January 08, 2021

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The American people have voted, casting a record number of ballots under extraordinary circumstances, which is a testament to the enduring resilience of our democracy. Determining the outcome of our elections is a process, but...

Wednesday, November 04, 2020

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As we look ahead to the summer months, we can’t help but think what a challenging year it’s been so far. At the same time, we’re encouraged by the resiliency and accelerated innovation among US...

Friday, June 12, 2020

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“Never confuse a single defeat with a final defeat.”

Friday, May 22, 2020

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Happy New Year! What a difference a year makes. One year ago the stock market was plunging and came perilously close to ending what has become the longest bull market ever recorded. In December 2018, dropping...

Tuesday, January 07, 2020