Erik Brandt, Financial Advisor, High Point Financial Group LLC

09/08/2026

Learn more about recent findings reflecting the multigenerational impact of 529s, tax-advantaged plans designed to help families save for college.

In 1996, federal legislation paved the way for states to offer 529 accounts — tax advantaged plans that allow families to save thousands of dollars for college. The investment accounts – now at 17 million with nearly $627 billion in assets – have transitioned from solely a college savings tool...

09/06/2026

While the world has evolved over the past 250 years, these financial principles from the founding fathers still offer a playbook for building wealth today.

09/04/2026

Life changes. Your priorities change. And what you want to protect may change, too. Whether you’re just starting out, building a life, preparing for retirement, or enjoying the years you’ve worked for, the right financial strategy can help you prepare for what matters most—today and in the years ahead. Let’s talk about creating a strategy that works for you.

09/02/2026

Most inheritances won’t trigger a federal income tax bill. But what you inherit and what happens afterward mean other tax rules may come into play.

Most inheritances won’t trigger a federal income tax bill. But what you inherit and what happens afterward mean other tax rules could come into play.

08/28/2026

Social Security is an important part of your retirement plan, but when you choose to start claiming benefits can make a meaningful difference over time. While it provides a foundation for income, Social Security may only replace a portion of what you earned before retirement, which is why planning ahead is so important.

In some cases, strategies like working longer or waiting to claim benefits may help increase your monthly income and support a more stable financial future.

Let’s explore your options and consider how these decisions can help you build a retirement strategy that aligns with your long-term goals.

08/26/2026

Estate tax and inheritance tax are both often referred to as "death taxes," but they aren’t the same when it comes down to who pays.

08/21/2026

Unsure about the right time to invest?

Flying high or dipping low, timing the market is never easy. A dollar cost averaging (DCA) account, available within a variable annuity, removes the guesswork by investing in equities at regular intervals rather than all at once.

See our Dollar Cost Averaging Advantage (DCAA) Account interest rate, available for a limited time. https://bit.ly/3TdQH3C

A program of regular investing does not ensure a profit or eliminate the risks on investing. Variable annuities are offered only by prospectus. Please read the prospectus carefully before investing.

08/19/2026

The FIRE movement has evolved beyond early retirement. Learn how Coast FIRE, Barista FIRE and financial flexibility are reshaping retirement planning.

Early retirement isn't the only goal anymore. Here's how today's FIRE movement is shifting toward financial flexibility and making work optional.

08/17/2026

How do your emergency savings stack up? Learn about the median emergency savings by age in 2026 from the Fed’s latest survey.

How do your emergency savings stack up? Discover the median emergency savings by age in 2026, analyze structural saving gaps, and see if you are prepared.

08/15/2026

Some may sound like myths, but these unique tax write-offs can be approved under strict IRS medical guidelines — provided you have the right paperwork.