Michael V Daniels, Financial Focus Group

10/16/2025

10/07/2025

Organizing Your Finances Shouldn’t Be Optional Anymore.

It’s not just about how much you’ve saved, but whether your loved ones can access it when it matters most.

This video shares a real story, explains what needs organizing and gives you clear steps to create a financial and digital plan your family can rely on.



YouTube version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=99_2KUOQAKs

08/04/2023

Life is better with cookies!

08/01/2023

It's National Picnic Month!

07/28/2023

American workers being less productive means bad new for the Fed
Disclaimer: This material represents an assessment of the market environment at a specific point in time and is not intended to be a forecast of future events, or a guarantee of future results. This information should not be relied upon by the reader as research or investment advice regarding any funds or stocks in particular, nor should it be construed as a recommendation to purchase or sell a security. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Investments will fluctuate and when redeemed may be worth more or less than when originally invested.

Federal Reserve officials are widely expected to announce on Wednesday a pause in their regimen of rate hikes.

07/24/2023

Joint accounts may seem like an effective way to prepare if parents need help with finances as they get older, but unexpected problems could crop up.

07/21/2023

Grocery prices on the rise again

US grocery prices ticked up in May after dipping in March and April. Inflation in America continued to fall significantly, but rising prices at the supermarket is unwelcome news to those struggling to pay for food.

07/19/2023

It's never too late to start saving for retirement. Follow these seven steps to get started.

*Investments will fluctuate and when redeemed may be worth more or less than when originally invested. Neither asset allocation nor diversification guarantee against loss. They are methods used to manage risk.

I’m 57 years old and wondering: Is it too late to save money for retirement? I expect to be working for another 10 years. Is that realistic? — Maria, Trenton, NJ Unfortunately, the American dream of retiring at age 65

07/18/2023

Here are six surefire ways to kill your retirement – and how to get back on track from them.

It's unfortunate, but people make the same money mistakes all the time. Here are six surefire mistakes that can kill your retirement – and remedies that can help get you back on track.

07/14/2023

Women and Money: three Ways to Plan for the Future as Life Happens

Childcare, divorce and aging parents can all take a toll on a woman’s financial security, but planning ahead, becoming financially literate and staying proactive can help.

07/07/2023

The 55 Most Beautiful Places in the World

From cloud forests to glacial lakes, these destinations are the world's best sights to see.

07/07/2023

Disclaimer: This material represents an assessment of the market environment at a specific point in time and is not intended to be a forecast of future events, or a guarantee of future results. This information should not be relied upon by the reader as research or investment advice regarding any funds or stocks in particular, nor should it be construed as a recommendation to purchase or sell a security. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Investments will fluctuate and when redeemed may be worth more or less than when originally invested.

By now, you’ve heard a lot about the fight in Washington over the debt ceiling, and the potential consequences for the economy should Congress and the