Monon Wealth Management

10/26/2026

Sometimes, it's not the outcome that moves markets. It's the uncertainty leading up to it.

Think about driving somewhere unfamiliar at night.

You naturally slow down, pay closer attention, and approach decisions more cautiously.

Not because your destination has changed, but because you can't see the road ahead as clearly.

Investors and businesses can behave similarly.

Elections, economic policy changes, interest rate decisions, and global events can create uncertainty that influences market sentiment and financial decisions.

And while uncertainty is unavoidable, it's interesting to consider how the unknown can influence behavior, sometimes just as much as the event itself.

The goal of financial planning isn't to eliminate uncertainty. It's to account for it.

At Monon Wealth Management, we believe understanding the relationship between uncertainty, investor behavior, and long-term financial planning is an important part of seeing the bigger picture.

10/22/2026

Do election results really drive the stock market?

With the midterm elections approaching, it's natural for investors to wonder what the outcome could mean for their portfolios.
History offers an interesting perspective.

While markets have often experienced stronger returns in the 12 months following midterm elections, the results themselves haven't consistently determined market performance.

Why? Because markets respond to far more than politics.

Corporate earnings, economic growth, interest rates, inflation, and investor expectations all play a role.

At Monon Wealth Management, we believe understanding how political events intersect with broader economic conditions is an important part of maintaining perspective on financial markets.

Elections matter. But they're only one part of a much larger financial picture.

10/19/2026

You're never too old to set another goal or dream a new dream.

There's something powerful about that reminder.

At Monon Wealth Management, we have the privilege of helping people plan for the things that matter most to them. And one thing we've learned is that reaching meaningful goals often takes more than saving diligently, investing thoughtfully, or having a financial plan in place.

It takes resilience when life doesn't go as expected. The willingness to adjust course when circumstances change. And the perspective to recognize that an obstacle doesn't have to mean the end of a dream.

Some goals take longer than expected. Others change along the way. And sometimes, an entirely new chapter brings dreams we hadn't imagined before.

A financial plan should have room for all of it.

Because ultimately, wealth management isn't just about the numbers. It's about the life you're building around them.

10/14/2026

Tax planning shouldn't begin when it's time to file your return.

As we enter the final quarter of the year, there's an important distinction between preparing your taxes and planning for them.

Tax preparation looks at what has already happened. Tax planning considers what decisions may still be made before December 31.

The fourth quarter is an opportunity to revisit your broader financial picture and evaluate strategies such as:
• Roth conversions and retirement distributions
• Capital gains and losses
• Charitable giving
• Investment and income considerations

At Monon Wealth Management, we believe tax planning should be part of an ongoing wealth management conversation—not a once-a-year exercise.

That's why we're reviewing these considerations with our clients now, coordinating with their tax professionals when appropriate, and identifying opportunities while there's still time to act.

Because some of the most important year-end financial decisions need to happen before the year ends.

10/08/2026

Looking Beyond the Headlines: What's Shaping the Market Outlook?

Markets generate plenty of headlines, but what's happening beneath the surface?

Monon Wealth Management Managing Partner Darrick Hutchens recently sat down with Mike Williams of Truvestments to discuss corporate earnings, economic trends, and the factors influencing today's investment landscape.

One key takeaway: Corporate earnings growth expectations continue to rise, offering an encouraging perspective even as market uncertainty remains.

Their conversation highlights the importance of looking beyond short-term market movements and focusing on the underlying fundamentals that help inform long-term investment decisions.

Missed the conversation? Watch the replay:

The information contained in these notes and the associated program has been provided as general market commentary and is for education and information purposes only. It does not constitute any form of advice nor recommendation to buy or sell any securities or adopt any investment strategy mentioned...

09/30/2026

After 14 years at 99 E. Carmel Drive, this week we're closing the door on one chapter of Monon Wealth and opening another.

Beginning Friday, October 2, you can find us at:
Monon Wealth Management
8888 Keystone Crossing, Suite 830
Indianapolis, IN 46240

While we're physically moving this week, we're still working and available to you by phone and email as usual. We simply won't be holding in-person meetings until we're settled into the new space.

This move means a great deal to me. We've spent 14 years at Carmel Drive, and Monon has changed tremendously during that time. Our team has grown, our capabilities have expanded, and the work we do for our clients continues to evolve.

Our new office is another investment in that evolution. We designed it with our clients, our team, and the future of Monon in mind—and I'm incredibly excited for you to experience it.

I'm grateful for all the memories we've made at Carmel Drive, but even more excited about where we're going next.

Thank you, as always, for the trust you've placed in us. We look forward to welcoming you to our new home beginning Friday.

The Monon Wealth Management Team!

09/28/2026

Missed Session 5 of the Game Changers Workshop Series?

The replay of Life is a Confidence Game is now available!

In this session, Barry Garapedian of MAG7 Consulting and Darrick Hutchens of Monon Wealth Management discuss how confidence shapes the way we approach opportunities, overcome self-doubt, and take meaningful steps toward our goals.

🎥 Watch the Session 5 replay here: https://youtu.be/ErwAsiUpLvU

Next up is Session 6: Time & Energy Management—focused on making the most of two of our most valuable resources.

👉 Register for Session 6 here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oyxsA4eITYSniYpTTcMr5w

We hope you'll join us!

09/24/2026

What do you talk about with your financial advisor?

If the answer is almost entirely investments and market performance, there may be other important conversations worth having.

Your financial life can include far more than your portfolio:

Your family.
Your business.
Your taxes.
Your estate.
Your charitable goals.
And ultimately, what you want your wealth to accomplish.

Managing Partner, Darrick Hutchens recently shared how shifting his own focus from primarily investments to comprehensive wealth management fundamentally changed the conversations he has with clients.

At Monon, we believe the most meaningful conversations often begin when we look beyond the portfolio.

Because your wealth should be considered in the context of your life—not the other way around.