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05/27/2026

This Friday is 529 Day! Get it? May 29th? 5-29? It’s a fun reminder to consider this education-focused investment tool and whether it might be helpful to you or your family.

Check out our breakdown of the 529’s advantages in this week’s blog!

May 29th is quickly approaching, so let’s celebrate 529 Day with a look at this unique financial tool and how it could help benefit you or your family. A 529 plan is a tax-advantaged investment account designed to help

05/20/2026

Have you ever considered what would happen to your lifestyle or retirement goals if you suddenly lost your paycheck? Disability insurance is a way to help protect your plans against unexpected illness or injury.

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Disability Insurance: Widening Your Family’s Safety Net In modern America, the “traditional” household has undergone a significant transformation. Gone are the days when a single breadwinner was the norm; today, the dual-income household is the engine of the American economy. Families now rely

05/14/2026

Friday, May 15th, is National Senior Fraud Awareness Day, and in honor of that, we’ve created a quick look at some of the more prevalent scams out there today, how to recognize them, and what to do if you think you’ve been targeted.

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This Friday, May 15th, is National Senior Fraud Awareness Day. This day is dedicated to shedding light on pervasive crimes that have cost older adults billions of dollars in recent years. In 2024, scams reported to

05/12/2026

Social Security is often one of the most valuable sources of income in retirement, yet many people underestimate how much their claiming decisions matter.

The age you file, your overall income strategy, and how it fits into your broader financial plan can significantly affect what you receive over time —in some cases making a difference in potential lifetime benefits.

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05/08/2026

The Administration for Community Living (ACL) celebrates Older Americans Month each May, and for 2026, the theme is “Champion Your Health.” Check out our blog to learn some ways to incorporate healthcare planning into your overall retirement strategy and why it’s important!

Every May, the Administration for Community Living (ACL) celebrates Older Americans Month (OAM) to recognize older Americans’ contributions, examine aging trends, and demonstrate the commitment to serving older adults. In step with that cause, we’re taking this time to honor older Americans by

04/27/2026

If you’re someone who loves history or is just interested in how your own story fits into the larger human narrative, researching your ancestry offers a meaningful way to connect with the generations that came before you and leave a legacy beyond finances for those coming after. Check out our blog for some ideas on how to get started.

Genealogy can be a truly fascinating hobby, and uncovering your family’s history can bring the past to life in a fresh and personal way. If you’re someone who loves history or is just interested in how your own story fits into the larger

04/20/2026

In the world of finance, the difference between risk capacity and risk tolerance is summed up by what you can do versus what you want to do. Explore how these concepts complement each other and how you can use them to help guide how you manage financial risk in your life in this week’s blog.

Do you have a lead foot when you drive? Or are you a bit more cautious behind the wheel? Think of the sportiest cars you’ve seen on the road: The car is capable of comfortably reaching speeds exceeding 150 MPH, but as the driver, how comfortable

04/20/2026

April is National Poetry Month! And though there aren’t a lot of poems on financial planning, we loved this tongue-in-cheek poem that was printed in the New York Evening Mirror on January 23, 1845. Though it was published anonymously, it is generally accepted as being written by Edgar Allan Poe! Do you have a favorite poem or poet? Share with us in the comments!

04/13/2026

If you only think about taxes once a year, you may expose more of your hard-earned dollars to taxes than is necessary. Let’s take a look at how a true long-term tax strategy goes beyond the annual filing ritual and how the components of a comprehensive strategy fit together in this week’s blog:

Many people may view taxes as a seasonal hurdle or a frantic scramble every spring to satisfy the IRS. But if you only think about taxes once a year, you may expose more of your hard-earned dollars to taxes than is necessary. A true long-term

04/06/2026

If you’re interested in new ways to provide for your children's long-term financial goals, you might want to check out the new Trump accounts available for those under 18 starting this year. Check out our blog to learn more about this new investment opportunity:

  As a parent, you might be looking for ways to provide for your children’s long-term financial goals. You may have heard of 529 accounts to help save for higher education or brokerage accounts (including UTMA & UGMA custodial accounts), but