Village Private Wealth

06/17/2026

Don't Plan to Die Too Early

Most clients want us to use age 80 or 85 in their retirement plan.

But look at this chart. If you're already 70, your life expectancy is closer to 87. Hit 80 and it climbs to 89.

The older you get, the longer you're likely to live.

This is exactly why the financial plans we build at Village Private Wealth account for a longer life than most people expect. Income that holds up, spending that goes the distance, and a plan that doesn't quit before you do.

The biggest risk in retirement isn't dying too soon. It's running out of money before you run out of life.

06/10/2026

Does It Actually Matter Who Chairs the Fed? We got a question recently that we thought was worth addressing publicly. "Should we be worried about the new Fed chair?" Kevin Warsh officially took over from Jerome Powell on May 22nd. The...

Does It Actually Matter Who Chairs the Fed? We got a question recently that we thought was worth addressing publicly.

06/08/2026

Markets continued their upward climb in May, supported by strong technology performance, positive economic data, and ongoing diplomatic efforts in the Middle East. The Nasdaq gained 8.36%, the S&P 500 rose 5.15%, and Canada’s S&P/TSX Composite added 2.37%, while investors welcomed better-than-expected job growth and upbeat corporate earnings. With the Fed's next meeting scheduled for June, attention is turning to updated economic projections and what they may signal about the broader economy. From \$24 billion spent on Father's Day to the popularity of dining out and special outings, this month's by-the-numbers highlights how families celebrate the dads in their lives.

Stocks pushed higher in May, fueled by big tech names, positive economic news, and ongoing diplomatic efforts in the Middle East.

06/03/2026

The biggest IPO in history is days away. Before you hit "buy," here's what the headlines are leaving out.SpaceX is expected to begin trading on Nasdaq under the ticker SPCX as early as June 12, 2026, just days away. Pricing is...

The biggest IPO in history is days away. Before you hit

05/27/2026

The S&P 500 just notched its eighth straight weekly gain and crossed 7,400 for the first time (7500 at the time of me writing this). Yet if you ask investors how they feel, most will tell you they're nervous. Headlines are...

05/25/2026

As we enjoy our freedoms and blessings, let us take a moment to reflect on the sacrifices made by so many men and women who have served our nation. Thank you for your service and dedication.

05/13/2026

Almost every year there comes a stock that makes you go "What if?" What if I had bought Nvidia in 2020? What if I'd put my bonus into Apple back in 2009? What if I'd bought bitcoin earlier? The problem is...

05/12/2026

Stocks surged in April, delivering their strongest monthly gains in five years as solid economic data, easing geopolitical tensions, and upbeat first-quarter earnings lifted investor sentiment. The Nasdaq climbed 15.29%, the S&P 500 rose 10.42%, and the Dow gained 7.14%, while Canada’s S&P/TSX Composite added 3.65%. With no Fed meeting in May, attention turns to remarks from Fed officials and how evolving economic data may shape expectations moving forward. From \$34.1 billion in U.S. spending to the popularity of Mother’s Day dining and gifts, this month’s By the Numbers highlights how families celebrate the occasion.

Stocks fell in the first quarter amid concerns that artificial intelligence (AI) could disrupt certain industries and geopolitical issues that unsettled investors.

05/07/2026

Markets have recently moved back near all time highs, which can sometimes make investors wonder if a pullback is coming next.

Historically, though, markets reaching new highs has been a normal part of long term investing. In many cases, returns after new highs have actually been similar to or better than other periods.

Trying to wait for the “perfect” time to invest has historically been much harder than simply staying invested over time.

04/24/2026

Over 25 years, S&P 500 returns and forward earnings growth move together. Not perfectly in any given month, but unmistakably over time.

Past 12 months: 33.9% return, 22.6% earnings growth.

When clients ask what really drives markets, we point here. It's not the Fed. Not the election cycle. Not the latest headline.

It's earnings. Boring. Reliable. Foundational.