Jacques Financial

07/22/2026

You may be approaching retirement age, but are you actually prepared for the next chapter of your life? Taking the time to address key milestones like creating an income strategy, managing debt, and planning for healthcare, family, and lifestyle changes can help you feel more confident about your future.

Let’s work together to help ensure your plan is aligned with your goals. Contact our team.

Before getting in too deep, make sure your diving board is steady first.

07/20/2026

We are seeing more Americans retire earlier than expected, and questions continue to arise about the future of Social Security and whether changes to the full retirement age could better align with today's retirement trends. However, with Social Security facing funding challenges, professionals are suggesting that lowering the full retirement age is unlikely.

If you have questions about how Social Security fits into your retirement income strategy, contact our team.

More and more Americans are retiring before reaching Social Security's full retirement age. Could the program's age be lowered to meet retirees where they are?

07/15/2026

With "Christmas in July" sales and summer spending in full swing, it's easy to feel tempted to make a big purchase or book that dream trip. And you know what? Enjoying the money you've worked hard to save doesn't have to come with guilt, as long as you understand why you're spending, what trade-offs you're making, and how the purchase fits into your overall financial plan.

If you want to make sure your spending plan aligns with your long-term goals, contact our team. We're here to help you stay on track with your strategy.

Want to spend your hard-won retirement savings but feel guilty about it? Don't. If you can answer these three questions, you have permission to splurge.

07/13/2026

With travel costs rising, many families are looking for ways to enjoy summer without breaking their budget. That's why staycations are becoming extremely popular, offering the chance to explore local attractions, restaurants, and entertainment right in your own backyard.

No matter where you live, have you considered a staycation this summer? If you are rethinking your budget and want to make sure it includes staycations, vacations, or any other financial goals you have in mind, our team is here to help you review and plan. Contact us!

A new study revealed the U.S. cities that are the best spots to spend a "staycation" this summer with friends and family. Some are in California, Florida and other states.

07/08/2026

Most of you may not know, but July is Good Care Month, and this is a reminder that caring for the people we love often starts with planning ahead. Long-term care planning is part of that. With a shared room at a nursing facility averaging around $9,000 per month, make sure you have a plan in place for this expensive possibility in order to protect your spouse and heirs from having to spend down all your assets to qualify for government assistance. Today’s hybrid strategies can include in-home help with the daily activities of living, too.

Taking the time to have these conversations today can help make future decisions easier knowing everyone is cared for when it matters most. Contact us to discuss more!

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July! As we celebrate our nation's independence, we're also celebrating a historic milestone: the 250th birthday of the United States of America! Enjoy a safe and joyful weekend!

07/01/2026

Financial freedom usually doesn’t look the same for everyone. If your goal is to retire comfortably, create more flexibility, or simply feel confident about your future, the first step should still involve building a plan that aligns with what matters most to you. This National Financial Freedom Day, take a moment to think about where you see your future, and let’s start a conversation about how to get there!

06/28/2026

It’s National Insurance Awareness Day and you may want to take a fresh look at your coverage! Many insurance policies today can offer added flexibility, from access to funds during your lifetime, to support for unexpected health needs or retirement planning. If it’s been a while since you reviewed your policy, work with our team to help make sure it still aligns with your goals. Contact us!

06/26/2026

We encourage everyone to get tax advice from their team now, while you still have plenty of time to take action. In our latest blog article we wanted to give you a few things to consider for tax planning for informational purposes only. Check it out here:

Many new large and complex tax laws have been passed in the last decade, with clauses slowly taking effect through time.

06/23/2026

Summer officially kicked off on June 21st, the longest day of the year. From here on out, the days slowly start getting shorter… so how are you making the most of the time ahead?

It’s time to start checking off that summer bucket list!