Lori Bean

06/03/2026

Ameriprise Day of Service is coming up and thousands of volunteers across the country are uniting to help end hunger in our communities.

For our summer service project, we are collecting clean, reusable water bottles to distribute during the hot, summer months.

Please contact our office for drop off times.

06/01/2026

With high gas and airline prices, you might be rethinking your summer vacation plans.

Consider doing a staycation! Here are some great ideas to consider, no matter where you live.

Want to go on vacation, but dreading the travel price tag? These staycation ideas will help you make the most out of your hometown.

05/29/2026

Markets have seen quite the turnaround recently. But what’s fueling this rally and are the risks really behind us? Ameriprise Financial Chief Market Strategist Anthony Saglimbene breaks down the dynamics driving the recent market movements.

3 factors driving U.S. stocks higher.

05/27/2026

This showed up in the mail…

31 years ago, I responded to a classified ad, thinking financial advising would be a fun and practical step while I planned for graduate school.

Instead, I found a career I love—and here I am, 30 years later, still going strong.

To my clients: thank you for your trust. It’s an honor to support you, celebrate your successes, and help navigate life’s unexpected moments together.

I’m so grateful I took that chance!

05/22/2026

Here's the history of Memorial Day from the National Parks Services.

Article about the origins of Memorial Day.

05/20/2026

Here are some great, healthier recipes for the Memorial Day weekend! For those of you who attended our session with Trisha Caton on nutrition, this is a Trish friendly site!

I think I'm going to try the Mediterranean Bean salad!

Easy Memorial Day weekend recipes including grilling ideas, summer salads, make-ahead sides, appetizers, and simple desserts perfect for cookouts and backyard gatherings.

05/18/2026

When it comes to long-term goals, flexibility matters. Building a plan that allows for growth while being mindful of downside risk can help you navigate market changes with less stress. The right strategy isn’t about timing the market, it’s about planning for it. Message me to learn more.

05/13/2026

Medicare plans change – and so do your needs. Even if your coverage seems to be working, a quick annual review could save you money and headaches.

Why should you revisit your Medicare benefits during open enrollment?

05/12/2026

When my kids were in school, I used to joke that May felt like getting pushed off the top of a Black Diamond ski run without poles- and side note, I can't ski.

Apparently, there is a phrase for this-- Maycember.

To all the parents out there juggling the surprise projects, year end concerts, tournaments, awards ceremonies, graduations, proms... all of it... hang in there!

You are not alone!

Soon, the kids will be home and complaining about how bored they are!

For parents, May has become the unofficial second December, a month packed with school events, sports tournaments, final projects and celebrations.

05/11/2026

Being single in retirement isn't unusual. In fact, it's fairly common.

New research from Ameriprise Financial takes a closer look at how Americans managing life — and finances — on their own build confidence, plan ahead and make long-term decisions.

Read the highlights from Flying Solo: Navigating Financial Autonomy — and if you’re navigating on your own, Modification required: I'm here to help you turn today’s choices into a plan you can feel good about.

🔗 Learn more: Ameriprise.com/FlyingSolo