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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.

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.

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.

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?

As your life evolves, your need for life insurance also tends to change. Let’s sit down to make sure your plans match where you’re at in your life.

When Should You Reevaluate Your Life Insurance Coverage? Like many parts of your financial life, life insurance isn’t something you should set and forget.

Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte looks at evidence that the economy is out of balance and the role that rates could play in how quickly it regains equilibrium.

The Importance of Striking the Right Balance Eventually the economy will regain its balance. But what role do interest rates play in whether that return is smooth or bumpy?

When there is no plan, your loved ones often become the plan. Take the opportunity now to talk about options and plan ahead; your future self (and loved ones) will thank you!

The Importance of Planning for the Cost of Long-Term Care It can be difficult to plan for something you’re not sure you’ll need. Here’s what you need to know about long-term care expenses.

Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte looks at the market’s reaction to the election and the nuances that could determine where the economy goes from here.

Markets Soar as Investors Bet on a Surge for the Economy Investors view the election result as a green light for the economy. But is it too early to jump to conclusions?

It’s important to discuss the costs of college with your family—and look for resources that can help you cover them.

FAFSA 101: Everything You Need to Know About Filling Out the FAFSA If your goals include sending your kids to college, take steps to find out if your child is eligible—even if you think you earn too much.