Elie Engler, Ashford Advisors

As an investor, you’ll encounter times when volatility picks up and markets cycle lower. But if you’re approaching retirement, you may need to consider how a down-market could impact your next chapter.

Timing Your Retirement This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.

"Old age is like everything else. To make a success of it, you've got to start young,” observed Teddy Roosevelt.

Preparing for the Expected You can plan ahead to protect yourself and your family against the financial consequences of deteriorating health.

In decades after the Civil War, mutual insurance companies were one way that Black Americans fought back against discrimination to build wealth. That legacy lives on today.

Elie E. Engler, ChFC®, CFP®, RICP® The content is developed from sources believed to be providing accurate information. The information in this material is not intended as tax or legal advice. Please consult legal or tax professionals for specific information regarding your individual situation. Some of this material was developed an...

Life can be unpredictable. Hear from Ed and Mary Ann, and how they found confidence in protection planning.

A love story of financial well-being Hear from Guardian clients Ed and Mary Ann - A love story of financial well-being

Why save your bucket list for later? Find fulfillment and adventure by experiencing your bucket list items today.

A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

Leasing a car? Consider gap insurance to protect against losses that may not be covered by your current policy.

Gap Insurance for Leased Cars If you’re thinking of leasing a new car, then you shouldn’t forget about gap insurance.

It isn't whether you should have auto insurance - it's what kind you should have.

The ABC’s of Auto Insurance What kind of auto insurance should you have? Do you know?

What does a healthy relationship with money look like? The Guardian Study of Financial and Emotional ConfidenceTM has answers – and insight on financial role models.

What does a healthy relationship with money look like? Insurance isn’t always top of mind, but it can help protect you and give you confidence, so you can focus on your life.

Ben Franklin used compound interest to make big contributions to his two favorite cities.

The Power of Compound Interest Learn how to harness the power of compound interest for your investments.

The financial world has its own shorthand that can feel like alphabet soup. This guide helps explain common acronyms so you can be better equipped to navigate financial decisions.

Do you speak finance? The acronyms you should know The more financial terms you understand, the easier it can be to make smart financial decisions.

People who think they can't afford whole life insurance often overestimate the cost. Now, new types of policies can put this valuable protection within reach.

Elie E. Engler, ChFC®, CFP®, RICP® The content is developed from sources believed to be providing accurate information. The information in this material is not intended as tax or legal advice. Please consult legal or tax professionals for specific information regarding your individual situation. Some of this material was developed an...

Thinking about a prepaid debit card? Consider the pros and cons.

Weighing the Benefits of Prepaid Debit Cards It's important to understand the pros and cons when considering a prepaid debit card.