Captain’s Log

How to Vacation on a Budget (Without Sacrificing the Fun)

June 1, 2026

Vacation should be something you look forward to — not something you’re still paying off months later. With a little planning and intentional spending, you can enjoy a memorable trip without blowing your budget or setting yourself back financially. In fact, a successful, stress-free vacation often starts with the same habits you build at home:…

October 2023 Blog Newsletter

November 13, 2023

October Captain’s Log NOW Is The Time To Share Anchor Wealth Management With Friends And Family! Read the headlines. United Auto Workers strike, nurses strike in Joliet, IL at Ascension…

Navigating Open Enrollment and Your Financial Health

November 13, 2023

Open Enrollment is an annual period that carries substantial weight in the realm of personal finance and healthcare. During this time, individuals can make critical decisions that impact their financial…

Spooked about Planning for Retirement in 2024? Here are 5 Steps to Take Today

October 20, 2023

Retirement can be an exciting yet daunting prospect. It’s a time to reap the rewards of your hard work and enjoy life to the fullest. However, the thought of retirement…

September 2023 Blog Newsletter

September 26, 2023

September Captain’s Log Reflect On Your 2023 Financial Goals As we approach the last quarter of 2023 let’s not be complacent in managing our personal finances! Let’s continue to be…

The September Syndrome: Myth or Reality?

September 14, 2023

Traditionally, September’s fall weather brings with it a fall in the stock market. The reasoning behind this notion is often attributed to various factors, including investors returning from summer vacations…

August 2023 Blog Newsletter

August 24, 2023

August 2023 Blog Newsletter August Captain’s Log College Planning for Illinois Residents Everyone is in the mindset of going back to school! The process of getting school supplies, working out…

Things To Consider When You Consider A Second Home

August 24, 2023

One of the most rewarding parts of my work as a financial advisor is watching people go from uncertainty about their future to confidence in their future. In the transformation,…

What You May Be Missing by Getting a Large Refund

August 24, 2023

You can always tell when it’s tax season. For me, it’s the notable change in advertising messages that go out. Retailers begin asking consumers to consider making a large purchase…

Grandparents Raising Grandkids: Things to Consider

August 24, 2023

Parenthood is hard! But that truth makes grandparenting a joy for so many. I’ve heard many grandparents in my office talk about the joys of being a grandparent, while citing…

Ready, Set, Retire: Is Your Small Business Mandate-Ready for the November Retirement Plan Deadline?

August 2, 2023

If you’re a small business owner and you don’t have an employee retirement plan, the clock is ticking… Effective November 1, 2023, Illinois will require employers with 5-15 employees to…

3rd Quarter 2023 Newsletter

August 1, 2023

July’s Captain’s Log A growing trend in our industry is that more and more people are having their wealth professionally managed! A Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) is a firm that…

5 Summer Savings Tips to Not Burn Your Budget While Traveling this Summer

July 5, 2023

Summer is a season filled with wanderlust and adventure, but it’s also a time when expenses can quickly add up, leaving your budget far behind. However, with a little planning…