S&P 500® Index Nears Record High as Inflation Fears Ease and Tech Leads the Way Last week, the S&P 500® Index reached a new high, led by growth, tech, and consumer stocks. Capital Market Impact January 18, 2024 market commentary
Financial planning tips for blended families When two people marry and bring children from previous marriages, managing blended inheritances, ensuring fair distribution of assets, and avoiding potential conflicts will all be aspects for your consideration as a financial professional. Client outcomes January 4, 2024 retirement incomeretirement planning
Advising through the silver splitter phenomenon: a guide to gray divorce Gray divorce is on the rise—but how will it affect your clients? Client outcomes December 21, 2023 retirement incomeretirement planning
What to expect when the Fed pauses or cuts rates Market reactions to shifts in monetary policy depend primarily on the reason behind the decision. Capital Market Impact December 6, 2023 interest ratesinvesting strategiesmarket commentary
Fed Officials Turn Hawkish as the S&P 500 Reaches New Heights in November The equity markets soared to a year-high as inflation data eased fears of a hard landing, while the Fed remained hawkish despite market expectations of rate cuts. Capital Market Impact December 4, 2023 market commentary
Helping clients understand the financial benefits of marriage Marriage can offer significant financial benefits such as pooled resources for retirement, access to spousal Social Security benefits, insurance coverage and discounts, and potential tax advantages. Client outcomes October 26, 2023 client relationshipsmarriageretirement incomeretirement planning
Why retirees still need to plan for healthcare costs Helping your clients plan ahead for healthcare costs remains a crucial part of the retirement planning process. Client outcomes October 17, 2023 health care costsLong-term carewealth transfer
How to help clients maximize Medicare and Social Security benefits Where Medicare and Social Security meet; how to help clients maximize benefits and minimize costs Client outcomes September 14, 2023 health careretirement planningSocial Security
Helping self-employed and gig-worker clients save for retirement There are many options for your self-employed clients when it comes to saving for retirement. Client outcomes August 11, 2023 retirement incomeretirement planning
Saving for college in a volatile market Saving for college in a volatile market can be concerning for clients, but you can help them navigate the ups and downs of the market with a plan. Client outcomes March 24, 2023 college savingshabitsinvesting strategiestaxes