Adam Simon, partner/wealth management advisor, Succession Wealth Planning

07/16/2026

There is a mismatch between the kind of oil the U.S. produces and what our refineries can currently handle. It is the root cause of higher gasoline prices here.

07/15/2026

I guess the study was to figure out a name for the phenomenon. Our best moments as a family happen a lot at the dinner table when no one has their phones. I do feel fortunate along with my fellow Gen Xers that we know what it was like before...

This new study adds to a growing body of research on the effects of what some call “technoference” — how using devices in the presence of others can undermine relationships.

07/14/2026

The hottest real estate trend: wellness rooms with saunas, cold plunges, and other longevity tech.

07/13/2026

As we’ve seen recently, global events can influence economies in unpredictable ways. Many long-term approaches emphasize diversification across regions—recognizing different markets don’t always move in sync. Let’s work together to see if it may be
worth considering whether global exposure fits into your broader plan.

07/09/2026

A passport is more than just a travel document—it's a marker of your rights and place in the world. The Global Passport Index 2026 rates the best ten, and America isn't in.

07/08/2026

Very interesting article. There are times when we need to hear stuff we don't want to. Humans still have the advantage here. For now...
Have a great week!

How AI’s sycophantic responses, language mirroring and hyperpersonalized content work together to send some people into a spiral.

07/07/2026

Joe Becker was a teacher for 11 years in some of the roughest neighborhoods in Chicago.

07/01/2026

Definitely a symptom of the K shaped economy. However, not everyone is an aspiring actor in one of the most expensive cities on the planet. I would find it difficult as a young person starting out for sure though. Have a great week!

Add money to the list of reasons Gen Z is less focused on romance: as inflation and financial pressure grow, dating is becoming one more trade-off in an already expensive stage of life.

06/30/2026

The tech sector saw more selling on Friday as investors continued to dump chip and AI names. The market appears to be going through a rotation away from the hottest sectors. Concerns are also building over the ROI of capex spending and if soaring memory costs are sustainable.

06/25/2026

Here’s what a new Pew Research Center survey of 2,242 working parents found.