Captain’s Log

5 Ways to Maximize Your Holiday Donations

November 1, 2024

With Thanksgiving and Christmas right around the corner, the season of giving is here! It’s a special time to give back to your community in meaningful ways. With a little planning, you can make your donations go even further without overextending yourself. Here are five tips to help you make the most of your holiday…

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October 2024 Blog Newsletter

October 25, 2024

October Captain’s Log November 5th is Only a Few Weeks Away As the Presidential Election approaches, it’s no surprise that it’s top of mind for our clients and dominating the…

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Ready for Open Enrollment? What You Need to Know

October 1, 2024

As fall approaches, so does open enrollment season—a critical time for employees to review and make important decisions and updates about their benefits. Most companies start open enrollment on November…

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September 2024 Blog Newsletter

September 25, 2024

September Captain’s Log The Four Main Areas Clients Value from Advisors Morningstar recently released a report examining how clients value different capabilities of advisers, drawing insights from four separate studies.…

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As Kids Head Back to College: 2024 Changes to College Savings Options

September 1, 2024

As most parents of college-bound children just sent their students off for the year ahead, it’s essential to revisit your college savings strategy for your children, particularly with some new…

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August 2024 Blog Newsletter

August 25, 2024

August Captain’s Log Make Sure to Enjoy the Road to Financial Independence I have been blessed to have thousands of different conversations with my clients about the purpose of their…

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End of Summer is a Great Time for a Financial Check-up: Here are the Top 5 Things Retirees Should Review Mid-Year

August 1, 2024

As summer winds down, it’s the perfect opportunity for retirees to take a step back and revisit their financial goals. Conducting a mid-year financial check-up can allow you to make…

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July 2024 Blog Newsletter

July 29, 2024

July Captain’s Log Gratitude! As we near the end of July, I can’t help but marvel at how quickly time passes and how much we’ve accomplished. On behalf of all…

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Celebrate Independence Day by Reaching Your Financial Independence

July 1, 2024

Independence Day isn’t just about fireworks and barbecues; it’s a celebration of freedom. What better way to honor this day than by taking steps toward your own financial independence? At…

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June 2024 Blog Newsletter

June 26, 2024

June Captain’s Log Wealth Management in an Election Year One of my favorite holidays of the year, second only to Christmas, is July 4th! It’s a time to remember all…

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The SECURE 2.0 Act: Everything You Need to Know and How It Impacts You

June 1, 2024

Did you know more than 4 out of 10 Americans aren’t saving for retirement, and more than half of Americans feel like they aren’t meeting their retirement goals? The world…

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May 2024 Blog Newsletter

May 24, 2024

May Captain’s Log What Is Your Financial Independence Number? Do you know your Financial Independence Number (FIN)? Recently, I was listening to a podcast, and it was suggested that 99%…

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April 2024 Blog Newsletter

April 25, 2024

April Captain’s Log How Much Should Someone Keep In A Money Market Or CD? We’ve all heard the analogy “cash is king!” If you’re still working and earning a living…

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