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06/25/2026

When you are self-employed, you have several options in tax sheltered retirement plans. Read more on this topic here:

When you are self-employed, you have several options in tax sheltered retirement plans. Here are 4 key benefits of using a SEP IRA:

06/24/2026

Budgeting Basics: Build Cash Flow Clarity and Confidence
Read more on this topic by: By Lei Deng, CFP®

Budgeting helps clarify cash flow, align spending with priorities, and choose a practical system for saving and everyday decisions.

06/23/2026

Equity markets had fresh enthusiasm for last week in four days of trading. Will recent developments give equity markets a tailwind? Check out more of last week's Market Thoughts.

Equity markets had fresh enthusiasm for last week in four days of trading. Will recent developments give equity markets a tailwind?

06/22/2026

Retail Sales rose 0.9% in May (MoM), higher than
forecast. The primary indicator of consumer spending was up
from the 0.4% increase in April. Check out more of last week's Leading Indicator Watch here:
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Retail Sales rose 0.9% in May (MoM), higher than forecast. The primary indicator of consumer spending was up from the 0.4% increase in April.

06/18/2026

Health‑Care Costs in Retirement: What to Expect and How to Prepare. Read more on this topic by Jeremy Shipp, CFP®

Get clear on health care costs in retirement—Medicare basics, IRMAA, prescriptions—and smart steps to estimate, budget, and prepare with confidence.

06/17/2026

Markets seesawed back and forth this week. Will positive
momentum from May continue as equities seek to gain
ground? Check out more of last week's Market Thoughts.

06/16/2026

Consumer Goods & Materials: Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 0.5% (MoM)(May). The annual measure increased 4.2% the highest level since 2023. Check out more of last week's Leading Indicator Watch.

Consumer Goods & Materials: Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 0.5% (MoM)(May). The annual measure increased 4.2% the highest level since 2023. Producer Price Index (PPI) climbed 1.1% (MoM)(May). The annual measure was up 6.5%, the highest reading since 2022.

06/11/2026

This is not your parent’s Social Security! Tread lightly before initiating benefits.

This is not your parent's Social Security! Tread lightly before pulling the trigger. Here are four considerations before

06/10/2026

Jump Into Better Coverage: Life Insurance Made Simple
Let’s face it, life insurance can be one of the most confusing financial tools for a consumer to understand.
Read more on this topic by: By Kurt Whitelsell, CFP®

Life insurance can help protect income, build cash value, support long-term care needs, and transfer wealth as life changes.

06/09/2026

Markets were dealt a blow this week, particularly in growth stocks. Will margins prove to be resilient in a higher for longer rate environment? Check out more of last week's Market Thoughts.

Markets were dealt a blow this week, particularly in growth stocks. Will margins prove to be resilient in a higher for longer rate environment?