12/30/2024
Yes, we’re all excited about the new year ahead. But before saying Happy New Year, let’s take a moment to celebrate the opportunities we made the most of in 2024. What was your big financial win? Let me know in the comments.
12/24/2024
Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte discusses what the Fed’s latest forecasts could mean for an economy in need of more balance.
Markets Take a Breather as Fed Forecasts Call for Fewer Rate Cuts
The Fed slashed in half its forecast for rate cuts last week. What will it mean for the economy going forward?
12/17/2024
Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte discusses what the latest inflation data means for the Fed and what ripple effect it could have on an economy in need of balance.
Markets Take a Breather as Inflation Progress Slows
Pockets of sticky inflation are unlikely to prevent the Fed from cutting rates this week. But could they prevent the economy from broadening?
12/16/2024
Whole life insurance can help you throughout your life in ways you may not know. Take our quiz to learn more about how it works.
How Much Do You Know About Whole Life Insurance?
Whole life insurance can play an important role in your financial plan. It’s one of the most flexible financial tools available for you—able to help you with many financial goals.
12/10/2024
Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte looks at the watch points the Fed needs to consider as it fine-tunes its rate-cutting plans.
Wall Street Cheers the Latest Jobs Numbers
Headline employment boosted soft-landing optimism, but a closer look highlights the challenges that remain.
12/10/2024
Your health insurance can impact your financial plan as a whole. I’ll show you how.
What to Know Before Open Enrollment
It’s a good idea to take the time you need to understand this annual process so you can make the best health coverage choices for you and your family.
12/02/2024
If you’re retired, here are a few things to think about before the end of the year to keep you and your money on track.
Your 2024 End-of-Year Financial Moves in Retirement
Now that you’re tapping into your nest egg, it’s important make sure your finances and retirement plans are still on track. Here’s an end-of-year financial checklist for retirees.
11/26/2024
Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte looks at why a return to balance for the economy is important for market performance going forward.
Markets Regain Some Balance; Will the Economy Follow?
Market performance is becoming more balanced. Can economic growth follow the same path?