Guided Financial Strategies LLC

10/26/2026

Who you gonna call? This week, CIO Gene Goldman is joined by two very special guests as he suits up for Halloween with his baby twins in a Ghostbusters-inspired edition of .
Beyond the costumes, Gene breaks down the biggest event on investors’ radar: the upcoming Fed meeting. Will policymakers hold rates steady, signal a December hike, or surprise markets? Tune in as he explores inflation trends, Fed messaging, and the key signals investors should be watching this week.

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10/23/2026

The AI trade isn't ending. It's expanding. Cetera's latest commentary examines what's driving the recent selloff, where they see opportunities emerging, and why staying invested still matters.

The AI trade isn't ending. It's expanding. Our latest commentary examines what's driving the recent selloff, where we see opportunities emerging, and why…

10/22/2026

Fall setting in. Gfs office in Mystic.

10/19/2026

Read the latest issue of Financial Watch here:

You can do everything right online and still end up on a spreadsheet you never agreed to be part of. In this month's Financial Watch, learn how to respond…

10/19/2026

Earnings season takes center stage this week. Brian Klimke breaks down what investors should watch, including corporate guidance, earnings revisions, market breadth, and the latest signals from Cetera's weekly chartbook.

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10/15/2026

📢 Join Guided Financial Strategies at Cheney Tech’s Family Fun Night!

We are excited to be part of the upcoming Open House at Cheney Tech! Join us for a fun-filled evening for the whole family, including games, food, raffle prizes, and informative community sessions.

🗓 Date: Wednesday, October 21st
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: 791 West Middle Turnpike, Manchester, CT
🎟 Admission: Free

During the event, Seth from the Guided Financial Strategies team will be hosting informational sessions for parents and visitors covering key topics like Financial Planning, Insurance & Family Protections, and Financial Aid / FAFSA.

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer below (or click the link) to learn more about our upcoming informational seminars and event details! We look forward to seeing you there! 🎈

10/14/2026

Read the latest issue of Retire Wise here:

October marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and for retirees and near-retirees, that awareness matters more than most people realize. Scammers increasingly…

10/12/2026

Inflation is back in the spotlight as the Fed prepares for its next meeting. This week's CPI and PPI reports are expected to tell two different stories: higher headline inflation driven by rising energy prices, but potentially softer core inflation beneath the surface.
Join CIO Gene Goldman on this week's episode of as he breaks down what the latest inflation data could mean for Fed policy, interest rates, and the path forward for markets.

“Cetera Financial Group” refers to the network of independent retail firms encompassing, among others, Cetera Advisors LLC, Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Cetera Investment Services LLC (marketed as Cetera Financial Institutions or Cetera Investors), and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC. All firms...

10/09/2026

Is your estate strategy full of cobwebs? Does your investing approach have too many tricks and not enough treats? Does your retirement timeline read like a ghost story?

These things have a way of going bump in the night.

Knowing where you stand is the first step.

10/06/2026

🎁 This holiday season, skip the toys that get forgotten by New Year's and give a gift that truly lasts a lifetime.

Let’s face it—kids accumulate a mountain of toys, and many are forgotten within a week. What if, instead of another plastic gadget, family and friends invested in a child’s future?

Opening a 529 College Savings Plan or a UTMA (Uniform Transfers to Minors Act) Account is one of the most powerful ways to teach the value of saving early while setting up a child or grandchild for long-term success.

529 Plans: Perfect for education expenses, offering incredible tax-advantaged growth for college, trade school, or K-12 tuition.

UTMA Accounts: A flexible custodial account that allows minors to build a financial foundation for future milestones, from first cars to first homes.

Want to start a new tradition this year? Give the gift of compounding growth and financial security.

📞 Give us a call at 860-291-2800 or drop us a message to chat about how to set up an account for the special young ones in your life!