Monthly Newsletters
Choose a Happy Retirement
A successful retirement is about more than just money. It’s also about finding purpose, staying connected, and creating a lifestyle you enjoy.
This newsletter explores habits that can help make retirement more fulfilling, along with a market update covering the strong momentum that continued through May and the factors driving investor optimism.
Not All Retirement Accounts Are the Same: What Everyone Should Know
Retirement planning can feel overwhelming, but understanding your options is a great place to start.
Our latest newsletter breaks down several popular retirement savings vehicles, including IRAs, Roth IRAs, SEP IRAs, solo 401(k)s, and HSAs, along with key considerations for each. We’ve also included a quick update on the recent market rebound and what’s been driving investor optimism despite ongoing global uncertainty.
Making Sense of Social Security: The Basics and Key Considerations
When it comes to Social Security, timing can make a bigger difference than most people realize.
Our latest newsletter walks through when to claim, what to consider, and how your decision can impact your retirement income, plus a quick look at what’s been driving recent market swings.
The Iran War: Navigating Stock Market Volatility During Uncertainty
When headlines get dramatic, it’s natural to wonder what it means for your investments. Our latest newsletter looks at how markets typically react during geopolitical events and why staying focused on your long-term strategy matters. It also includes a few timely tax planning ideas to consider before the April filing deadline.
Financial Fitness Starts Now: Simple Steps Toward Long-Term Stability
Financial fitness doesn’t have to be complicated. It starts with a few simple habits that add up over time. Our latest newsletter shares practical tips to help you feel more confident about managing money today while building toward long-term stability—plus a quick update on how markets kicked off the year.
Key Numbers as You Plan for 2026
A new year brings new numbers to keep track of. Our newsletter this month highlights key tax figures for 2026—including updates to deductions, tax brackets, and contribution limits—along with insights into recent market performance and what investors are watching as the year unfolds.
Phantom Income, Real Taxes
It’s possible to owe taxes on income you never actually received—and it happens more often than you might think.
This newsletter explains “phantom income,” where it can show up in your finances, and how to take steps to avoid unexpected tax surprises. You’ll also find a brief review of recent market activity, including the impact of AI-related volatility and signals from the Federal Reserve.
Paying for Long-Term Healthcare: Challenges, Options, and Planning Strategies
Planning for long-term care is something many people postpone, but the earlier you start, the more options you’ll have.
This newsletter looks at the rising costs of care, what Medicare and Medicaid do (and don’t) cover, and ways to prepare through savings, insurance, and thoughtful planning. We’ve also included a quick look at what fueled the markets in October and what investors are watching as the year winds down
Online Scams That May Wreck Your Finances
Online scams and digital fraud are on the rise—and the financial fallout can be devastating. This month’s newsletter shares practical tips to help you protect your money and personal information, highlights new trends in online fraud, and offers an update on how the Federal Reserve’s recent rate cut may affect the economy and investors.
Big Changes to 529 College Savings Plans Courtesy of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act ushered in changes that can affect individuals and families saving money for college and other educational expenses. Our newsletter this month reviews changes to 529 college savings plans, other savings vehicles, and shares some important updates about the economy.
Decoding the One Big Beautiful Bill Act: 13 Key Provisions
The tax code is getting a major rewrite after the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. What do the provisions mean for you? Our newsletter this month highlights the critical and most impactful provisions in the tax code that may affect you.
Don’t Be a Victim: Internet Scams That Target the Elderly
Every day, people are being scammed, with many losing significant chunks of their retirement savings. Scammers are slick, smooth, and ruthless. Our newsletter this month shares some tips that may help you to protect yourself from scams.
Lessons From a Legendary Investor
We should all take lessons from the best. Warren Buffett has shown us the power of consistent, long-term investing. Our newsletter this month goes over some of Warren’s core principles to staying invested for the long-term.
Retirement—A Journey That Involves Transition and Opportunity
You may have prepared financially for retirement, but there’s more to consider when planning for life after full-time work. Our newsletter this month shares some thoughts about how retirees may put to use newfound time.
62, 67, or 70—When Should You Apply For Social Security?
Making decisions about when to claim Social Security rests on a variety of factors. It’s okay to need help sorting the options. With this month’s newsletter, review some of the basics to begin exploring the choices you have.
Understanding the Ins and Outs of IRA Accounts
IRAs can be key components of retirement funding, but knowing the ins and outs is crucial to help you make informed decisions. Review the basic rules regarding IRAs with our newsletter this month.
7 Steps to Achieve Financial Fitness
The start of a new year is a good time to re-establish fitness goals. That includes goals that support financial fitness. Our newsletter this month outlines seven important financial fitness guidelines to follow in 2025
Key Numbers as You Plan for 2025
The year 2025 is certain to bring some changes. Check out our client newsletter to get ahead of the game by reviewing tax provisions that may affect your financial situation.
December 2024 Newsletter: 8 Year-End Planning Tips That Put You in the Financial Driver’s Seat
The year is coming to an end, and now’s the time to think about how to save on taxes. Our newsletter this month outlines eight helpful strategies to consider before year-end to help position yourself favorably going into 2025.
November 2024 Newsletter: 7 Ways to Pay for Long-Term Care
Most of us will need some form of long-term care at some point in our lives. Our newsletter this month outlines some of the options available for handling long-term care costs, and the benefits and risks associated with them.
October 2024 Newsletter: Protecting Yourself From Online Criminals
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Check out our client newsletter to review some important tips that can help you evade scammers.
September 2024: Health Care Planning in Retirement
At least two things are certain in retirement: Taxes and health care expenses. Our September newsletter outlines the basics of Medicare and some important strategies to consider when planning for health care costs in retirement.
August 2024: Get Creative as You Gear Up for College
College costs can give you a jolt. But there are ways to reduce the costs and to find financial aid. Our August newsletter this month shares some ideas on how to reduce the financial blow of paying for college.
July 2024: Elder Care and You
Elder care issues, whether for ourselves or for our loved ones, require careful thought and planning. Our July newsletter shares important ideas and resources to start planning for this stage of life.
June 2024 Newsletter: Estate Planning—Don’t Delay
Estate planning can be a sore subject, but putting it off can result in your assets being passed to unintended heirs. Our June newsletter outlines basic estate planning principles and why it’s important not to delay the process.
May 2024 Newsletter: 7 Disciplines That Lead to Happy Retirement
Saving for retirement is important, but having financial security doesn’t guarantee you a happy retirement. Our May newsletter outlines 7 disciplines that can help you lead a successful and fulfilling retirement.
April 2024 Newsletter: Maximizing Your Social Security
Social Security can provide you additional peace of mind, but knowing when to claim and which method to use can be complicated. Our newsletter this month helps you consider your options.
March 2024 Newsletter: Best Practices to Minimize an Audit
It’s tax season, are you aware of some of the red flags that could get the attention of the IRS? Our newsletter this month outlines seven ways to help minimize audit risks.
February 2024 Newsletter: Enhance Your Financial Fitness in 2024
Keep the new year momentum going by enhancing your financial fitness in 2024. Our newsletter this month outlines 7 important steps that can help you become financially fit.
January 2024: Key Numbers as You Plan for 2024
As we move into 2024, it’s a good time to review some key data that can help equip you for prudent tax planning this year. Our newsletter this month dives into some tax details and takes a look ahead into the coming year.