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07/17/2026

Market volatility has returned, led by weakness in technology stocks. While the headlines may feel unsettling, the broader market has remained more resilient, reinforcing the value of diversification and a long-term perspective.
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Market volatility has returned, led by weakness in technology stocks. While the headlines may feel unsettling, the broader market has remained more resilient,…

07/16/2026

Read the latest issue of Financial Watch here:

Your emergency fund is one of the most important financial tools you have. It is what stands between an unexpected car repair and a credit card balance that…

07/16/2026

The roof protects your home against nature’s risks. Is your personal wealth protected against life's risks?

Building wealth requires protection from the forces of wealth destruction.

07/15/2026

The summer job landscape has dramatically shifted since 1980. Back then, teens and college students flooded the job market during summer break, finding work at theme parks, retail stores, and more. With the minimum wage at $3.10/hr, managers made room for young workers, often allowing them to continue part-time during the school year.

Fast forward to today: Many employers seek full-time availability, with minimum wage at around $7.25/hr. The demand for flexibility is gone, and summer jobs are less economically viable for both businesses and students.

Now, with the rise of unpaid internships, volunteer work, and side hustles, students are building skills and brands rather than just earning money. When you see a young person working this summer, remember they're keeping a vintage tradition alive.

Sources:
Salon, May 26, 2025
Department of Labor, March 2, 2026

07/14/2026

Read the latest issue of Retire Wise here:

Inflation works quietly in the background, and over time, even a modest rise in the cost of everyday goods and services can chip away at the lifestyle you…

07/13/2026

Earnings season begins this week, with major banks kicking off a six-week stretch of quarterly reports. Join CIO Gene Goldman as he explains why earnings matter, what investors should watch for in the latest results, and how markets may respond as companies report against elevated expectations in .

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07/13/2026

Find out whether you are insurable before implementing a strategy using life insurance.

Universal life insurance is permanent insurance with a flexible premium. Here's how it works.

07/12/2026

Surprises crop up every day, and they’re a great reason to work with us.

Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.

07/11/2026

Looks like things are cooling off a bit. Only 21 percent of homes sold above list price in January, and on average, they sold for 97.9 percent of the asking price. But it's still a seller's market in places like Buffalo, Omaha, and Anchorage!

Source: Redfin.com, March 9, 2026.

07/10/2026

Mid-sized markets with strong price growth and affordability may continue to do well. St. Petersburg, Augusta-Richmond County, and Tallahassee lead the nation in price growth.

Source: Redfin.com, March 9, 2026.