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No two recessions are alike; however, there is a single approach that can help prepare you for whatever a downturn may bring.

Preparing for the Unknowable An uptick in talk about recessions has led to plenty of questions for investors. Here is a look at why a sound financial plan can help answer a lot of the unknowns.

These are some common questions people have been asking about the Silicon Valley Bank failure.

What to Know About Silicon Valley Bank The recent failure of Silicon Valley Bank has left investors with a number of questions. Here are answers to some of the concerns surrounding the bank’s demise.

These are some great tips. Sometimes small financial changes can make a big difference.

5 Ways to Improve Your Finances in March If you’re looking for 5 ways to improve your finances in March, here’s how you can lower your tax bill and prepare for homebuying season.

The Fed’s focus on the labor market may lead to the Fed going too far with rate hikes. Read Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte’s thoughts in this week’s Market Commentary.

The Fed’s Focus on Jobs The seemingly strong job market may cause the Fed to go too far on interest rates. See our take in this week’s Northwestern Mutual Market Commentary.

A recent Northwestern Mutual survey found that moving to a new city or state is a top life goal many people intend to pursue in the coming year. Reach out if you have questions about how a change of scenery could impact your financial plan.

5 Financial Considerations Before Moving to a New City or State Thinking about relocating to a new city or state? Here are five cost-related questions to research as you contemplate the move.

A tight labor market remains the one constant in an ever-changing economy. See Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte’s take in this week’s Market Commentary.

Hopes for a Soft Landing Fade Strong retail sales and an uptick in wholesale prices increase the likelihood for continued rate hikes from the Federal Reserve. See our take in this week’s Northwestern Mutual Market Commentary.

Many believe the tight labor market is a sign of a still-hot economy. See Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte’s take in this week’s Market Commentary.

Has the Economy Come Full Circle? The tight labor market is being heralded as a sign of a still-strong economy, but is that reading correct? See our take in this week’s Northwestern Mutual Market Commentary. 

A tight labor market remains a sticking point in the Fed’s battle against inflation. See Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte’s take on why the strong job market is only part of the full economic picture.

Why the Data Isn’t as Mixed as It Seems Fed Chairman Jerome Powell acknowledges improving inflation data, but the job market remains strong. See our take in this week’s Northwestern Mutual Market Commentary.