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October 2024 Blog Newsletter

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 news. With November 5th just around the corner, I’d like to remind our readers that this is the third time in the past 12 months…

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Ready for Open Enrollment? What You Need to Know

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 1st, so now is the time to get organized and make sure you’re prepared. Review Your Current Benefits Before considering new options, take a thorough…

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September 2024 Blog Newsletter

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. The report identified four major themes that reflect what clients seek in their advisors. The most prominent theme is “advice I can rely on.” Clients…

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May 2024 Blog Newsletter

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% of people do not know what their FIN is! The FIN is the amount of money someone needs to save to retire and live comfortably…

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April 2024 Blog Newsletter

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 while being more than 24 months from retirement, a three- to six-month emergency fund is sufficient. There could be exceptions to this rule if you…

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Navigating Financial Milestones Across the Decades

Whether you’re just starting out in your 20’s and 30’s or basking in the retirement glow of your 60’s and 70’s, Anchor Wealth Management is here to provide insight and advice on how to achieve financial success at every stage of your life. Your 20s: Build the Foundation In your 20s, you’re likely finishing college…

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March 2024 Blog Newsletter

March Captain’s Log Unlocking Investing Success: The Power Of Diversification And Staying The Course Investors, especially do-it-yourself investors, often grapple with the impulse to chase after the latest shiny investment opportunities. This tendency can lead to strong opinions based on personal beliefs, influencing their investment behavior. Clients must resist the urge to outsmart the power…

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Interest Rates: What Does 2024 Look Like if You’re Planning a Large Expense

Are you gearing up to purchase your first home? Buy a new car? Have another large expense on the horizon? Whatever your game plans, the key to successful financial planning lies in understanding the ins and outs of interest rates. Much like the external factors that influence the rise and fall of the ocean, interest…

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January 2024 Blog Newsletter

January Captain’s Log Building A Purposeful Financial Journey With Clients Happy New Year! Anchor Wealth Management had an incredible 2023, exceeding expectations and building meaningful connections with clients. My vision for 2024 is inspiring—helping clients better understand the purpose of their money and aligning it with their unique goals and aspirations. The approach of asking…

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How to Crush a No Spend Month

For many people, January ’tis the season for paying off holiday bills. In a world that constantly bombards us with advertisements and temptations to spend, the idea of a “No Spend Month” may seem challenging or even daunting. However, this financial challenge is not about depriving yourself of necessities; it’s about making conscious choices to…

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