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Before Retirement: How to Talk With Family About What’s Ahead
As retirement approaches, it’s natural to focus on the financial transition ahead, shifting from saving to spending, planning income, and thinking about longevity. But retirement often brings other changes in family roles,...
Read MoreHow to Build a Financially Informed Legacy Across Generations
A meaningful, financially informed legacy doesn’t happen by accident. While your estate documents drive the transfer of assets, continuity depends on something more: education, structure, and shared understanding. Below are a few ways...
Read MoreNavigating the Costs of Senior Care
Seniors turning 65 today have a 70 percent chance of needing extended care as they age. However, extended care comes with a hefty price tag.1Nationally, the median annual cost of a nursing home is over $110,000 for a shared room, and...
Read MoreDebunking The Myth That There’s Only One Right Way to Invest
Today’s financial landscape is filled with opportunities, but many people still believe that building wealth through investing requires a rigid, one-size-fits-all approach. In reality, investing is a deeply personal process that should...
Read MoreCongratulations, Adrian!
Adrian Stevens recently earned the Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) credential after completing the Institute’s intensive 5-day executive MBA-style program. Adrian Stevens joins an elite group of business advisors who have...
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How to Pass Down Financial Values Alongside Wealth
In retirement, many people start thinking differently about their wealth.It’s no longer just about managing accounts and cash flow. It’s about family, meaning, and what you want to leave behind.When it comes to legacy planning, assets...
Read MoreMake Your Money Work for You with These Sustainable Habits
Earning more throughout your career doesn’t guarantee wealth. Without strong habits, spending often rises alongside income, leaving little progress toward long-term goals. True financial growth comes from consistent, intentional...
Read MoreSix Habits That Help Your Savings Last
Retirement isn’t the end of planning; it’s the start of a new chapter called the distribution phase. This stage focuses on preserving savings, creating reliable income, and preparing for surprises. With the right habits, you can enjoy...
Read MoreRetire Wise | February 2026
Stubbornly high inflation can create significant pressure on retirees’ budgets. To help trim costs, consider the following savings tips across five key spending categories.
Read MoreBuild Habits That Protect Your Family’s Legacy
Building wealth is an incredible achievement but preserving it for future generations requires intentional habits. Without structure and foresight, decades of effort can erode quickly due to market risks, taxes, or family conflict.Here...
Read MoreA Quick Reminder for Tax Season Prep
With tax season on the horizon, a little preparation now can make the process much smoother later. This time of year often brings plenty of paperwork and deadlines, so consider this a friendly nudge to start gathering what you’ll need...
Read MoreLife Insurance at an Early Age
Perhaps you’ve heard the maxim, “Preparation is the key to success.” But when it comes to life insurance, knowing when to prepare is almost more important than the preparation, itself. Sure, it can be difficult to think about life...
Read MoreQuarterly Recap | Q4 2025
Quarterly RecapMarket IndicesAt-A-GlanceThe S&P 500 ended the year at 6,845.50, 1.25% below its 39th all-time high of the year set on 12/24/25, its first Christmas Eve record since 2013. While gaining just 0.06% in December, the index...
Read MoreMake Your Money Work for You with These Sustainable Habits
Earning more throughout your career doesn’t guarantee wealth. Without strong habits, spending often rises alongside income, leaving little progress toward long-term goals. True financial growth comes from consistent, intentional...
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