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Trusts are not just for ultra-wealthy people!

Reading Time: 2 minutes In our travels we are constantly finding that the people around us seem to have no idea what a trust actually is. The term “trust fund baby” ...

What you need to know about solo 401(k) contribution deadlines

Reading Time: 5 minutes Most people think a solo 401(k) is just a place for self-employed people to stuff a bunch of cash to save for retirement. We see much more ...

The market scores a C+, spelling time for vigilance

Reading Time: 2 minutes Equities It’s wise to adopt a cautious stance on equities. Central banks around the world are raising rates; and in the United States, we would expect a ...
Life insurance is critical for families such as this man and baby.

Is the life insurance provided by my employer enough?

Reading Time: 4 minutes It’s common to see the merits of employer paid life insurance to be overestimated by the working population. In this article, we decipher the commonly misheld beliefs ...
What to do when time runs out on a target date fund.

I’m invested in a 2030 target date fund –  help! What do I do when it matures?

Reading Time: 3 minutes Many 401(k) plans hold target date funds as a way to help their employees accumulate funds for retirement. However, as the fund approaches its end date, what ...

It’s 2023 – is inflation still a “thing?”

Reading Time: < 1 minute With recent CPI reports showing a more favorable view, many are questioning if inflation is a relic of the past or if high prices will continue ...
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What the SECURE Act 2.0’s passing means for YOU!

Reading Time: 4 minutes In late December 2022, the SECURE Act 2.0 was passed as a part of a $1.7 trillion omnibus spending package. The Act has a litany of provisions ...
This January newsletter includes a 2022 market recap.

2022 Market Recap

Reading Time: 3 minutes Happy New Year! In this newsletter we are going to recap 2022 economic news and highlight the most salient themes for investors. Let’s start with a look ...