Stan J. Malecki, AIF, CEPA

06/01/2026

Markets are riding a nine-week rally, but a data-heavy week will test that momentum. With PMIs, job openings, and the May jobs report in focus, we are watching labor strength and inflation signals closely. The question: can the rally continue, or does volatility return? See what Chief Market Strategist Brian Klimke thinks in .

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05/28/2026

Are you looking for a balance? Find yours, starting with this video.

The sandwich generation faces unique challenges. For many, meeting needs is a matter of finding a balance.

05/26/2026

A quiet week for data, but Thursday’s PCE report still matters. Inflation is expected to remain above the Fed’s target. But the bigger driver? Geopolitics—especially in the Middle East. See why Chief Market Strategist Brian Klimke says markets may take cues from headlines, not data, in .

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05/26/2026

What would happen to your loved ones if you were gone? Make financial preparations today.

Variable Universal Life is permanent insurance in which the policyholder directs how premiums are invested.

05/21/2026

Life evolves constantly, and your legacy approach should too. Marriage, divorce, welcoming a child, health shifts, or legislative changes are all good reasons to revisit whether your current approach still matches your goals.

05/21/2026

Read the latest issue of Financial Watch here:

When basic money management principles such as saving, spending, earning, and giving are taught at an early age children are more likely to grow into teens and…

05/19/2026

Considering alternative investments? It’s critical to sort through the complexity.

With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.

05/18/2026

A quieter market week is setting the stage for something bigger. Fed signals, fresh leadership, and inflation trends all coming into focus. Stay tuned—this is where clarity begins. CIO Gene Goldman explains in .

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05/15/2026

Volatility may feel like the “new normal” in 2026 and beyond. For retirees, a key risk isn’t one bad year—it’s the order of returns early in retirement (sequence-of-returns risk).

Today’s reminder:
• Build a short-term spending buffer
• Rebalance based on a plan, not headlines
• Keep withdrawals flexible when possible

Want to stress-test your retirement plan? Let's talk.

05/14/2026

As an investor, you’ll encounter times when volatility picks up and markets cycle lower. But if you’re approaching retirement, you may need to consider how a down-market could impact your next chapter.

This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.