The Trust Company of Kansas

07/16/2026

"How much should I save for retirement?"

The right amount depends on your individual goals and circumstances. Your goal should depend on factors such as:

• When you plan to retire
• The lifestyle you want in retirement
• Your expected expenses
• Other income sources, such as Social Security or a pension

Remember, retirement can last 20, 30, or even more years. Planning ahead today can help provide greater financial flexibility and confidence in the future.

Need help planning for retirement? Let's chat.

07/14/2026

A midyear tax checkup can help you stay on track and avoid surprises at tax time.

Now is a great time to review your withholding, retirement contributions, investment income, and any major life changes that could impact your tax situation. Taking a proactive approach before year-end may help reduce your tax liability and make next year's filing season less stressful.

Read our latest article to learn more about steps you can take now to prepare for the months ahead: https://bit.ly/4vxpxDt

07/13/2026

📈 Markets finished the week higher after overcoming early uncertainty, with technology stocks leading the rebound and energy shares also posting solid gains. Investors continue to monitor inflation, geopolitical developments, and upcoming economic data for clues about the market's direction.

Read our latest Weekly Market Update for a closer look at the week's key developments and what they could mean for investors: https://bit.ly/4ygyCSC

07/10/2026

Help us welcome Michelle Messner to our team! 👋

Michelle joined The Trust Company of Kansas on June 15th as Trust Administrator. In this role, she will serve as ongoing support to administrators in our Wichita office. Michelle comes to us with prior experience as a commercial loan assistant with a local bank and extensive experience as administrative support in escrow services. She has embraced her new role with professionalism and enthusiasm to serve our clients.

07/08/2026

07/08/2026

Women often face unique retirement challenges, including career breaks, lower lifetime earnings, and longer life expectancies.

💡The good news? Small steps today can make a big difference tomorrow.

07/07/2026

📈 Markets closed the shortened holiday week on a positive note, with investors shifting toward more traditional blue-chip stocks while keeping a close eye on June's jobs report. Slower hiring and persistent inflation continue to shape expectations for the Federal Reserve's next interest rate decision.

Stay informed with our latest Weekly Market Update, featuring key market movements and economic insights from the past week: https://bit.ly/4flSNHs

07/07/2026

07/03/2026

The Trust Company of Kansas will be closed Friday, July 3rd in observance of Independence Day. We will return to the office on Monday, July 6th.

“We’re blessed with the opportunity to stand for something — for liberty and freedom and fairness. And these are things worth fighting for, worth devoting our lives to. And we have good reason to be hopeful and optimistic.” — Ronald Reagan

06/30/2026

📚 Federal student loans are changing for the 2026–2027 academic year.

New interest rates, updated borrowing limits, and two new repayment plan options are set to take effect beginning July 1, 2026. Additionally, the Grad PLUS Loan program is being eliminated, and several existing repayment plans will be phased out by 2028.

If you're a student, parent, or recent graduate, it's important to understand how these changes could impact your education financing and repayment strategy.

🔗 Read the full article on our website: https://bit.ly/4b4vsr