06/04/2026
Inflation affects more than the price of groceries—it influences retirement planning, investing, housing decisions, and everyday spending habits.
A gallon of gas cost about $1.25 in 1980. Today it’s closer to $5.
A private college education that cost roughly $10k in tuition over four years in 1980 can now exceed $250k in total costs.
It’s no wonder inflation feels personal.
In our latest article, we explore how inflation changes everyday financial decisions—and what you can do to stay ahead of it.
Inflation is one of those financial topics that sounds boring—right up until you leave Costco with four items, a receipt that's three feet long, and a sudden desire to review your retirement plan.As a wealth advisor, I spend a lot of time helping people think about retirement, investments, taxes, ...