Michelle McCormick

09/04/2026

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.

09/02/2026

Many retirees have discovered the benefits of a retirement spent in the great outdoors. Are you ready to do the same?

Get ready to enjoy America’s national park system with this helpful article.

09/01/2026

🍂 September is shaping up to be an interesting month for investors...

The market is increasingly debating whether the Federal Reserve could raise interest rates at its upcoming September meeting. According to the CME FedWatch Tool, traders are assigning meaningful odds to a potential rate hike, keeping inflation and economic data squarely in focus.

📊 Follow the probabilities here: https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/interest-rates/cme-fedwatch-tool.html

A few thoughts are brewing:
🏦 Higher rates could increase borrowing costs for consumers and businesses.
📈 Some sectors may benefit from a higher-rate environment, while others could face headwinds.
💵 Cash and fixed-income investments may continue to attract attention from investors seeking yield.
📉 Growth stocks can sometimes feel pressure as interest rates move higher.
📰 The upcoming economic data releases may be just as important as the Fed's actual decision.
🤔 As always, markets tend to focus less on where rates are today and more on where they're headed tomorrow.

The Fed certainly knows how to keep Wall Street on its toes! 👟

What do you think? If the Fed raises rates in September, what impact do you expect on stocks? Will investors take it in stride, or could we see some market turbulence?

08/31/2026

Generate income and rebuild principal. A powerful one-two punch.

Here's one strategy that combines two different annuities to generate income and rebuild principal.

08/28/2026

Financial stress is common, affecting sleep, relationships, and overall well-being, but mindfulness and meditation offer a path to approaching money decisions with greater calm, clarity, and control.

An article about meditation, mindfulness, and financial well-being.

08/26/2026

Looking ahead can help female investors conquer these unique obstacles. You can learn more here.

Looking ahead can help you conquer these unique obstacles.

08/24/2026

Will your dream retirement become a reality? The answer might not be what you think. Learn more here.

Many pre-retirees can become focused on the “ideal” retirement, but turning that dream into a reality can be tricky.

08/21/2026

Many have heard they should avoid probate; do you understand what probate is and how it works?

Probate can be a completely public process, or it can be managed to include as little information as possible.

08/19/2026

Even a small bump in your 401(k) contribution could make a big difference over time. Run the numbers and see what's possible.

See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.

08/17/2026

Personality vs. Pocketbook: Should you lease, finance, or pay cash for your next car?

Whatever your relationship with your car, it may eventually come time for a new one. Familiarize yourself with your options.