Alden Capital Management

09/02/2026

Market Minute with Mitch, your weekly check in for timely updates and practical insights from the world of wealth management.

08/31/2026

https://www.kiplinger.com/personal-finance/college/529-plans-and-trump-accounts-why-to-have-both

08/28/2026

A record number of U.S. adults under 35 are living with their parents, according to a recent Realtor.com study.

In 2025, 25.2 million adults under 35 lived at home, a higher share than during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Many are working, but wages are not always keeping up with the cost of living. Among adults ages 25 to 34 who live at home, roughly 7 in 10 have jobs.

Housing affordability is a major factor. Higher home prices, elevated mortgage rates, rent, student loan payments, car payments, and everyday expenses can make living independently harder to sustain.

For some families, moving back home may be a way to reduce expenses, rebuild savings, or create more breathing room before taking the next step.

The broader takeaway is that financial independence does not always follow a straight timeline. Cost-of-living pressures are reshaping what adulthood, housing, and household decisions look like for many families.


Source:

One woman in her mid-30s said her $60,000 annual income wasn't enough to cover all her bills after a breakup, leading her to move back home.

08/26/2026

08/24/2026

Financial advisors can spot estate planning gaps that lawyers miss by reviewing account titles and beneficiary designations

08/21/2026

At Alden Capital Management, we offer support across investment management and financial planning.

Whether you’re focused on retirement, cash flow, or building a long-term strategy, we’re here to help. 🧭

What financial goals are you prioritizing right now? We’d love to connect.

https://www.aldenplanning.com/

08/19/2026

Market minute with Mitch, your weekly check in for timely updates and practical insights from the world of wealth management.

08/19/2026

Market minute with Mitch, your weekly check in for timely updates and practical insights from the world of wealth management.

08/17/2026

Back-to-school season is bringing higher costs for many families.

A new analysis found that a typical basket of school items, including notebooks, lunch boxes, and index cards, is up nearly 8% compared with last year.

School lunches are also more expensive, with the cost of a typical packed lunch up 11%.

The analysis estimates families may spend roughly $4,000 per student on school supplies and lunches this year, including about $175 on school items and $3,800 on packed lunches.

Some items have seen especially sharp increases. Lunch boxes are up 27%, one-subject notebooks are up 23%, and index cards are up 22%.

Higher tariffs, imported school supplies, food prices, and energy costs are all contributing to the increase.

For families, back-to-school shopping is a reminder that seasonal expenses can add up quickly, especially when everyday costs are already stretching household budgets.


Source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/back-to-school-supply-lunch-costs-tariffs/

08/14/2026

Summer is more fun when your budget feels under control ☀️ With prices still elevated, a few small moves can go a long way. Here are 5 summer savings tips:

Pick a total summer spending target and divide it by week.
Build in free/low-cost plans (picnics, parks, community events, library perks).
Wait 48 hours before “nice-to-have” purchases.
Plan meals around what you already have to cut waste.

A little structure now can help you enjoy the season with less financial stress

https://www.myfsbonline.com/education/financial-wellness/summer-saving