Investor Education
A New Year New Tax Laws | What Changed & What Matters
Last year, the federal government passed a wide-ranging tax bill whose length and complexity caused several important provisions to receive little attention in broader coverage. A handful of these changes
Beneficiaries and Trusts | Simple Steps for Peace of Mind
One of the simplest but most important parts of your financial planning is keeping your beneficiary information up to date. Beneficiaries determine who receives assets like retirement accounts, life insurance
Getting Back to Basics | Financial Priorities for the New Year
At the start of a new year, it’s natural to reassess goals and priorities. Many of us make resolutions to better ourselves. It is in this spirit that I offer
International | The Case for Investing Abroad
Maybe, just maybe, history repeats itself to help us remember. The U.S. markets have just completed the strongest fifteen-year stretch in modern history. From the post-crisis lows of 2009 to
My Plans | Remember the Past and Plan for the Future
I was feeling nostalgic the other day as I looked in Juliette’s (our youngest) bedroom. 31 years ago, that bedroom was my office. At work later that day in our
Beyond the Boom | Calm in the Climb
Markets have been on an impressive run this year. Even as headlines question how long it can last, investors keep buying, and the AI stocks continue to climb. Interestingly, there’s
Gratitude | A Rich Reflection on Our History
As we celebrate more than three decades together, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude. To each of you who has placed your trust in us,
Economic Outlook | Fall 2025
Where do we stand as 2025 winds to a close? Is our Federal Reserve Board (FRB) more concerned about inflation or unemployment? The FRB, in its role as the central
Understanding the Rise of ETFs | Invest with Intention
It feels like you can’t turn on the news or read a headline without running into the acronym “ETF.” Exchange-traded funds have become one of the most talked-about investment tools