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Charitable Giving and Tax Benefits Navigating New Rules While Maximizing Impact
Charitable giving has long served dual purposes for many investors: supporting causes they care about while receiving valuable tax benefits. However, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act has fundamentally altered the charitable giving landscape, with significant changes taking effect in 2026. Understanding these changes and acting strategically in 2025 can help you preserve maximum tax benefits while maintaining or even increasing your philanthropic impact. Continue reading...
Oct 281 min read


Walking the Tightrope—Navigating Growth Concerns and AI Optimism
Markets are experiencing a powerful convergence of AI-driven growth and evolving central bank policies, with scenarios ranging from a...
Oct 71 min read


The 100,000-Mile Rule: How to Save on Car Insurance Without Adding Risk
Car insurance is essential, but paying for more coverage than you need can quietly drain your finances. The 100,000-mile rule provides a...
Oct 31 min read


Empty Nest? Time to Revisit Your Financial Plan
Psychologists often describe this period as transition stress, a natural response to a major life milestone. Yet alongside the emotional...
Sep 161 min read


Welcoming a New Family Member This Year?
Having a child or grandchild is a joyful milestone, but it also marks a new era of responsibility – especially when it comes to your...
Sep 31 min read


Attitudes and Trends In Working With Multiple Generations Within One Family
People know planning is important - but right now they're not taking action. Consumers want to get an estate plan in place so their gone....
Sep 21 min read


Protecting Your Retirement from “Popcorn Brain”
Protecting Your Retirement from “Popcorn Brain” explores the rising threat of digital distraction on long-term investing. Coined by Dr....
Aug 151 min read


The Bursting of the “Beer Bubble” in America
As financial professionals, we’re trained to spot market shifts before they dominate headlines. One such shift is quietly reshaping...
Aug 71 min read


Five Key Impacts of the OBBBA
On July 3, 2025, Congress passed and on July 4th the President signed into law the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA), a sweeping...
Aug 51 min read


Unpacking How the Tax Landscape is Changing
The U.S. tax landscape is shifting in ways that carry real implications for investors and households alike. Congress’s passage of the One...
Jul 151 min read


Emergency Funds & Strategic Debt Management
Strong emergency savings and thoughtful debt strategies are critical for staying secure and flexible through life’s changes. And...
Jul 31 min read


Using the 72(t) Rule for Early Retirement Income
For many investors nearing retirement – or planning to exit the workforce earlier than expected – accessing retirement funds before age...
Jun 251 min read


The Best Financial Advice for Today’s Graduates
As caps fly through the air and cameras capture proud smiles, graduation season marks the end of one chapter and the thrilling start of...
Jun 241 min read


How Good is the Quality of U.S. Inflation Data?
As a financial planner, one of the most critical pieces of information you rely on to make informed investment decisions is the U.S....
Jun 71 min read


Why Coinbase Being Added to S&P 500 Matters
In a development that underscores the rapidly evolving financial landscape, Coinbase Global Inc. has officially joined the ranks of the...
May 271 min read


Strategic Use of Catch-Up Contributions in 2025
Funding your future still remains as one of the most overlooked challenges. In the realm of retirement readiness, funding your future...
May 141 min read


Social Security: Waiting Is Not Always Best Option
If you're nearing retirement age, one of the most important financial decisions you'll make is when to start drawing your Social Security...
May 31 min read


Time to Rethink Your Portfolio’s International Mix?
After years of U.S. market dominance, international investments are receiving renewed attention from strategic investors. Significant...
Apr 171 min read


Fixed-Income Recalibration as Rates Are Shifting
After a period of significant interest rate volatility, fixed income investors face a pivotal moment. While the Federal Reserve's...
Apr 171 min read


Pre-Retirement Financial Checklist: Get Your Financial House in Order
Are you within a few years of retirement? Now is the perfect time to get your financial house in order. Here’s what to include on your...
Mar 241 min read
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