Eric J. Hawk - Financial Advisor at Smoky Hill Financial Group

06/19/2026

It’s possible to avoid these classic retirement traps, with a little preparation.

Beware of these traps that could upend your retirement.

06/12/2026

Extended-care insurance is one of the most complex types of insurance you may consider. Learn more.

06/05/2026

What steps might help you sustain and grow your retirement savings? This piece explores them.

Steps to help you sustain and grow your retirement savings.

06/05/2026

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 surged in April, notching their best month in five years as investors cheered upbeat economic news, efforts to lower tensions in the Middle East, and first-quarter results.

05/29/2026

You are unique. Your goals and needs should be the basis of any financial strategy you follow.

Whole life insurance remains in force as long as you remain current with premiums. Here's how it works.

05/22/2026

Ask yourself hard questions: Do I know enough about estate management? Will my family be ready?

Is your estate in order? This short quiz may help you assess your overall strategy.

05/15/2026

Think you’re saving money by not having health insurance? Think again. Medical debt can be a major cause of financial woes. Read more now.

Learn about the risks of not having health insurance in this informative article.

05/08/2026

A special needs trust can help care for a special needs child, even after you’re gone.

A special needs trust helps care for a special needs child when you’re gone.

05/08/2026

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 surged in April, notching their best month in five years as investors cheered upbeat economic news, efforts to lower tensions in the Middle East, and first-quarter results.

05/01/2026

Doing some home improvement? There's one item that most homeowners overlook when undertaking remodeling projects.

The item most homeowners forget on their home improvement project checklist is insurance.