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09/07/2026

The Money Conversation Families Keep Postponing
Most families have a version of this conversation waiting in the background. Adult children who do not know their parents' wishes. Parents who have not shared where documents are kept. Siblings who have never discussed what happens if a parent needs care.
These conversations get delayed because they feel heavy. But avoiding them does not remove the eventual need. It just moves the timing to a moment with less room for calm decisions.
A good starting point is smaller than people expect. It does not have to cover everything at once.
Where are the important documents kept?
Who is named to make decisions if needed?
What does each generation expect, and does everyone agree?
These are not easy conversations, but they tend to get easier once they actually start.
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09/03/2026

Giving Can Be Part of a Tax Strategy, Not Separate From It
Many people give to causes they care about and think about taxes separately, as if the two were unrelated. For some households, they do not have to be.
Depending on your age, income, and the types of accounts you hold, there may be ways to structure charitable giving that also support your broader financial picture. Even if they ultimately do not apply to your situation, options such as donor-advised funds, appreciated securities, and qualified charitable distributions from retirement accounts are helpful strategies to explore..
The point is not to give differently for the sake of a deduction. It is to make sure generosity and financial planning are not working against each other.
If charitable giving is part of your plan, it is worth reviewing the options with a financial professional and a qualified tax advisor before year-end.
https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/charitable-contributions

09/02/2026

This Monthly Recap summarizes market performance, major events and news from August 2026. Read more here:

U.S. stocks returned to gains in August after the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite both ended negative the prior two months while the Dow Industrials capped a…

09/01/2026

Fall Is a Natural Checkpoint, Not a Deadline

The pace of the year changes once fall arrives. Schedules fill back up, routines return, and there is often a natural urge to take stock before the year winds down.

That makes this a good moment for a light checkpoint, not a full overhaul. Has anything shifted since the spring? A new job, a business change, a family event, a market swing that changed how your accounts look?

You do not need to rebuild your plan from scratch. You just need to confirm it still points in the right direction.

A few honest questions can do that:

Are you saving at the pace you expected?
Have any goals moved closer or further away?
Is there a decision you have been putting off?

Small course corrections now tend to be easier than big ones later.

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08/31/2026

What will this week's economic data mean for rate hike odds?
Join Chief Market Strategist Brian Klimke on this week's episode of as he breaks down key reports on manufacturing, services, employment, and Friday's closely watched jobs report. With the Fed meeting just two weeks away, markets will be looking to see whether the data strengthens or weakens the case for another hike.

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08/28/2026

Estate Planning Is Also About Reducing Confusion
Estate planning is not only about what happens later.
It is also about making things clearer now.
Do the right people know where important documents are kept?
Are the beneficiaries current?
Are accounts titled correctly?
Have you named trusted people to help with financial or healthcare decisions if needed?
These details are easy to delay, but they can make a difficult time less confusing for family members.
For business owners, estate planning may also connect to succession and ownership. For retirees, it may connect to legacy goals and family support.
A thoughtful estate plan can bring clarity to the people you care about.
For legal guidance, speak with a qualified estate planning attorney.
https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/personal-finance/estate-plan-checklist

08/26/2026

Wealth Planning Should Reflect More Than Assets
Building wealth is not only about growing accounts.
It is also about making decisions that support your life, family, business, and future choices.
That may include saving consistently, managing debt, protecting income, planning for retirement, supporting children, or preparing for future opportunities.
The right plan should help you understand how these pieces work together.
For families building wealth, it can be easy to focus on what feels most urgent. But long-term progress usually comes from making steady decisions across several areas.
A clear plan gives those decisions direction.
It helps you move forward without losing sight of what matters most.
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08/24/2026

Markets face plenty of uncertainty, but investors may be looking past the next rate decision and toward Jackson Hole.
In this week's episode of , CIO Gene Goldman discusses what to expect from the first Jackson Hole symposium under Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, including the future of Fed communications, the message behind rising Treasury yields, and how policymakers are navigating an economy that is sending mixed signals.

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08/24/2026

Cybersecurity Belongs in the Financial Conversation
More of financial life happens online now.
Banking, investments, insurance, tax documents, business systems, and client communication often depend on digital access.
That makes cybersecurity more than a technology issue. It is a financial protection issue.
Simple habits can make a difference.
Use strong passwords.
Turn on multi-factor authentication.
Be cautious with unexpected emails.
Review who has access to important accounts.
Keep business and personal systems as separate as possible.
For business owners, the risk can be even greater because personal and company information may overlap.
Protecting your financial life includes protecting access to it.
https://www.ftc.gov/business-guidance/small-businesses/cybersecurity

08/21/2026

A Retirement Plan Should Leave Room for Real Life
Retirement planning often focuses on income, investments, and expenses.
Those pieces matter. But real life matters too.
Will you travel more?
Will you help the family?
Will you move?
Will healthcare needs change?
Will your spending look different in the first few years of retirement?
A plan should account for the life you want, not just the bills you expect.
For retirees, this means reviewing whether the plan still supports current needs. For pre-retirees, it means being honest about what retirement may actually look like.
The goal is not to predict everything.
The goal is to build a plan with enough clarity and flexibility to support the next stage of life.
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