CTA Wealth Advisors, Inc.

08/28/2026

Three steps may make a difference if you find yourself suddenly single.

08/21/2026

What happens to your 529 account if your kids don't go to college? With rising college costs and changing job markets, more students are considering alternatives to traditional four-year colleges.

08/14/2026

Should you focus on paying off debt or put your extra dollars to work? This calculator helps you compare both paths and think through what makes sense for you.

Weigh the potential outcomes of paying off debt versus directing those dollars elsewhere.

08/10/2026

Markets navigated mixed signals in July. Inflation eased, tech faced pressure, and energy surged. Meanwhile, Americans are planning record travel spending in 2026: \$1.37 trillion. What's shaping your household budget this summer?

Stocks were mixed in July as investors navigated a cross-current of news on the outlook for AI spending and Q2 corporate reports.

08/07/2026

How will your investments weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?

07/31/2026

Feel empowered with this step-by-step guide to reviewing your life insurance needs.

07/24/2026

Attention Estate Executors: Do you know about the Alternate Valuation Date?

Executors can value the estate on the date of death, or on its six-month anniversary —the “Alternate Valuation Date.

07/17/2026

Small contributions can add up to something big. See how compound interest works over time and what it could mean for your financial future.

Explore how compound interest can grow your money over time with this interactive tool.

07/10/2026

15 years or 30? The mortgage term you choose matters more than you might think. Compare your options and see what works best for your situation.

Compare different mortgage term lengths side by side to find the option that fits your budget.

07/09/2026

Markets posted solid second-quarter gains as investors responded to upbeat economic reports, continued diplomatic efforts in the Middle East, and strong first-quarter corporate numbers. The S&P 500 rose 14.87%, the Nasdaq gained 21.41%, and the Dow picked up 12.90%, while Canada’s S&P/TSX Composite added 6.37%. Looking ahead, markets may continue to react to Middle East updates, oil prices, inflation trends, and the pace of global commerce through the Strait of Hormuz. From U.S. home price growth to Canadian housing forecasts, this quarter’s by-the-numbers highlights the data behind one of North America’s most closely watched markets.

Stocks saw solid gains in the second quarter, riding a wave of enthusiasm over upbeat economic reports, ongoing diplomatic efforts in the Middle East, and strong first-quarter corporate numbers.