Stan J. Malecki, AIF, CEPA

06/23/2026

What would happen to your finances if you couldn't work? This calculator shows how long your savings might last if a disability affected your income.

See how long your current savings might last if a disability interrupted your income.

06/18/2026

A dollar today won't be worth a dollar in 20 years. See how inflation could erode your retirement income and what you may need to account for.

See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.

06/16/2026

The first year of retirement can feel exciting, uncertain, and everything in between. Here's what to expect emotionally, financially, and practically as you settle into this next chapter. Reach out if you'd like to talk through your transition.

Understand the key financial and lifestyle shifts that happen in your first year of retirement.

06/15/2026

The Fed meets Tuesday and Wednesday, and while everyone’s expecting no change, there are still a couple things to keep an eye on—like the new dot plot and what’s next under the new Chair. CIO Gene Goldman reminds us that a Fed hold may not be exciting, but consistency counts. See more in .

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06/11/2026

Should you focus on paying off debt or put your extra dollars to work? This calculator helps you compare both paths and think through what makes sense for you.

Weigh the potential outcomes of paying off debt versus directing those dollars elsewhere.

06/10/2026

New life on the farm! Caught a clip of this mother and fawn on one of my trail cameras down in Maryland.

Great to see all the hard work is paying off for the local wildlife!

06/09/2026

How long does it take your money to double? The answer might surprise you. Enter a rate of return and see the Rule of 72 in action.

Use the Rule of 72 to estimate how long it takes your money to double at a given rate.

06/09/2026

Read the latest issue of Retire Wise here:

Families often struggle to find meaningful ways to pass down their values. While wealth, heirlooms, or traditions can be transferred with relative ease,…

06/08/2026

Markets hit pause after a 9-week rally, with a Friday pullback shifting focus to a busy week ahead. Key themes include the SpaceX IPO, fresh inflation data, and Middle East developments. Chief Market Strategist Brian Klimke discusses the Fed’s next move and what is driving the markets and what’s just amplifying the noise in .

“Cetera Financial Group” refers to the network of independent retail firms encompassing, among others, Cetera Advisors LLC, Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Cetera Investment Services LLC (marketed as Cetera Financial Institutions or Cetera Investors), and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC. All firms...

06/05/2026

No team wins with just one superstar, and no portfolio should bet on just one market. With the World Cup as a backdrop, the Cetera Investment Team explains why portfolios with global exposure are better equipped to adapt, adjust, and stay competitive no matter how the game changes.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup features a record 48 teams from six continents, with matches held across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Billions of viewers…