Mike Butz - Northwestern Mutual

11/16/2021

Inflation is back in the crosshairs as CPI has reached levels not seen since the 1990s. See Chief Investment Strategist Brent Schutte’s take in our weekly market commentary.

The drumbeat of inflation pounded harder as CPI reached a level not seen since the 1990s. See our view in Northwestern Mututal’s Market Commentary for the week of Nov. 15, 2021.

11/09/2021

Chief Investment Strategist Brent Schutte says markets appear more focused on economic fundamentals.

With the Federal Reserve’s tapering baked in, markets focused on stellar earnings and solid economic fundamentals — as we had forecast. We’ll discuss these topics and more in Northwestern Mutual’s Market Commentary for the week of Nov. 8, 2021.

11/04/2021

See Chief Investment Strategist Brent Schutte’s weekly take.

Markets quietly hit new record highs last week as corporate earnings show broad strength, a sharp contrast with 2020’s concentrated batch of winners. We discuss this and more in Northwestern Mutual’s Market Commentary for the week of Nov. 1, 2021.

11/02/2021

The cost is based on a number of factors related to you. I’d be happy to meet with you to look at the costs and the benefits life and disability insurance can provide for you and your family.

10/28/2021

You can take money out as soon as you’re 59½, but it’s a good idea to make sure you have a plan in place first. Please reach out if you’d like to discuss your retirement planning.

You may be wondering: When can I take money out of my 401(k)? Learn more about the age when you can start making withdrawals.

10/26/2021

See what Chief Investment Strategist Brent Schutte thinks about the Fed Chief’s latest comments.

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said inflation may stick around longer than originally forecast.

10/26/2021

How to support them without doing the work for them.

If you’re the parent of a recent college graduate, here are 5 ways to help your child job search after college.

10/20/2021

Your financial picture naturally grows more complicated as your wealth grows over time.

As your net worth grows, the complexity of your financial situation also increases. That’s where wealth planning services can help you feel more confident about your financial choices.

10/19/2021

Despite headwinds, economic fundamentals continue to show strength. See Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Strategist Brent Schutte’s weekly commentary.

While inflation remains elevated and sentiment has cooled, corporate earnings are providing a boost for markets seeking direction.

10/12/2021

Follow these steps to avoid paying unnecessary taxes and fees when you transfer your account.

Millions of Americans landed in new jobs over the past year. Here’s how to roll over a 401(k) from an old employer without incurring steep withholding taxes, penalties or fees.

10/12/2021

Please reach out if you'd like to discuss how college savings can fit into your overall financial plan.

If federal loans won’t be enough to cover your child’s education, you may have asked the question, what are private student loans? Here’s what to know.