Bracker Wealth Management

10/13/2026

Our favorite meetings start with a real conversation. Our priority is getting to know you — the distinct legacy you want to build, and ensuring our collaborative approach aligns with your family’s vision.

That collaborative spirit starts right here with our team, and we’re so fortunate to love what we do and who we do it with every day.

Learn more about us, our values, and how we work at https://www.brackerwealthmanagement.com/about-us

10/08/2026

Stocks finished the third quarter mixed. The S&P 500 gained 2.03%, and the Nasdaq Composite rose 2.47%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 2.70%. Halloween is next on the calendar, with U.S. consumers expected to spend \$13.5 billion USD this year and 6.26 million Canadian children in their trick-or-treating years.

Stocks were mixed in the third quarter as economic, geopolitical, and corporate earnings news pushed the broad market higher while weighing on the Dow Industrials.

10/07/2026

How is it already October? Wrapping up Q3 and looking ahead to Q4! 🍂

It’s been a great stretch—both personally and professionally. We’ve loved wrapping up amazing community highlights like PACE Interactive, The Wizard of Oz, and Ditmars' Fields of Flight, while also supporting causes close to our hearts like Westfair and Underwood's benefit auction.

At work, we’ve been busy making things easier for our clients by launching our new user-friendly website and adding Greminders so scheduling visits is a breeze (thanks Bailey - have we mentioned how much we appreciate your scheduling genius?!).

Now we’re leaning into everything we love about this season: the energy of school starting up, the countdown to Halloween, and the absolute best bonus—visits from our favorite dogs. 🐾🎃

Grateful for a great quarter and excited for what’s next!

09/30/2026

There is nothing quite like experiencing the magic of live theater right here in our community! ✨

At Bracker Wealth Management, we live, work, and raise our families right here in southwest Iowa, and we are deeply passionate about supporting the local organizations that make our region vibrant (check out our giving priorities at https://www.brackerwealthmanagement.com/philanthropy).

We are huge fans of Pottawattamie Arts, Culture & Entertainment (PACE), and recently, some of our team members and their kiddos (along with a few friends!) had the absolute joy of attending a production of The Wizard of Oz. We were completely blown away by the incredible local talent on stage!

Thank you PACE and Chanticleer Theatre for putting on such a wonderful, unforgettable production and for bringing our community together through the arts.

09/29/2026

If you’ve visited our website over the last couple of months, you might have noticed some familiar scenery! 🌾📷

A huge shout-out to local photographer Buck Christensen for capturing the breathtaking Loess Hills landscapes featured throughout our site. His photos truly bring the beauty of our community to life online.

While you're checking out the site, we’ve also made booking a time to visit easier than ever. You can now schedule appointments directly online using our new GReminders tool!

Here’s how easy it is:
1️⃣ Visit brackerwealthmanagement.com/contact-us
2️⃣ Click "Schedule Your Visit"
3️⃣ Pick the time that works best for you!

Plus, GReminders sends automatic appointment updates so you never miss a beat. Enjoy the new website and let us know what you think!

09/22/2026

When the boss is away, the dogs will play 😄🐾 It is a Great Pyrenees party at the office today, while John is out of town. Gigi, Winnie, and Alan decided they love the new office and "overseeing" Erica, Bailey, and Abby's work and being paid in cuddles, scratches, and treats.

09/18/2026

As summer winds down, it's a great time to reflect, reset, and refocus. Whether you're wrapping up vacations or gearing up for new goals, the transition into fall brings fresh opportunities.

Here at Bracker Wealth Management, we are all ready for the new season!

- Bailey is diving straight into spooky season with horror films, Halloween prep, and crisp autumn weather.
- John is ready for cooler days and, of course, football season!
- Abby is hitting the trails to take in the vibrant fall colors and cheering on the Hawks and the Chiefs and decorating for Halloween with JJ.
- Erica and Poppy are enjoying scenic walks in the colorful leaves, followed by cozy nights in with a good book and quilting.

Here’s to finishing the year strong and embracing what's next!

What fall traditions are you looking forward to the most? Let us know in the comments below!

09/09/2026

What sets great wealth management apart isn’t just numbers—it’s who is standing behind them.

At Bracker Wealth Management, our team consists of your neighbors. We are deeply rooted right here in our community, personally invested in its future, and focused on building lifelong relationships rather than short-term transactions.

We combine national-level sophistication with genuine, personal care—proving you don’t have to look far to find world-class wealth management right at home.

Visit our updated Services page to see how we put our values into action: https://www.brackerwealthmanagement.com/services

09/07/2026

Markets pushed higher in August as AI-driven optimism helped investors look past softer economic data. The S&P 500 gained 2.62% and the S&P/TSX Composite rose 2.96%, even as softening retail sales kept consumer spending in focus. Back-to-school season adds another data point to that story, with spending expected to reach \$146.8 billion in the U.S. and \$4.5 billion in Canada this year.

The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index advanced 2.62 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite rose 3.93 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lagged, adding 1.34 percent. The S&P/TSX rose 2.96 percent.1,2

09/03/2026

Our team had a fantastic time at PACE Interactive on Friday stepping back into the Golden Age of Hollywood! Between the glamorous ambiance, the lavish spread, and all the dazzling head-to-toe attire, it was a truly silver-screen-worthy affair.

Some of our absolute highlights:
🎨Taking in the amazing art exhibition up on the fourth floor
📸Trying our luck at the casino games
🥂That show-stopping ch*****ne dress lady—absolutely unforgettable!

Huge thank you to Pottawattamie Arts, Culture & Entertainment (PACE) for hosting such a memorable night supporting the arts in our community. Cheers to next year! 🥂🎩🎲