Edward Jones-Financial Advisor: Josiah C. White

09/29/2026

Now a family of 5! Overwhelmed by God’s goodness

09/18/2026

**On Stewardship #4: Contentment**
Contentment is often a misunderstood concept.

Some people assume it means lowering expectations or settling. I disagree.

Contentment isn’t the absence of ambition. It’s the absence of restlessness.

It’s having a peace that gives you clarity about your life and your future.

You can work hard, build a successful business, invest wisely, and pursue meaningful goals while still appreciating what you already have and enjoying the “now.”

I’ve seen how contentment can even help us make better decisions. It keeps us from feeling pressured to chase every opportunity, constantly upgrade our lifestyle, or compare ourselves with everyone around us.

Without contentment, “more” can become an endless pursuit. There’s always another goal, another purchase, another milestone.

Contentment doesn’t mean you stop pursuing more. It means you’re able to pursue more without believing that more is what will finally make you satisfied.

Contentment isn’t about choosing between ambition and gratitude.

You can have both.

08/25/2026

**On Stewardship #3: Money is Just a Tool**
But we often spend our lives trying to accumulate more of the tool without ever deciding what we’re actually going to use it for.

Money can provide a sense of security… of success. It can create opportunities. It can give us the ability to be generous.

But none of those things are money itself. The value of money is ultimately found in what it allows us to do.

That’s why I think one of the most important financial questions isn’t “How much do I have?”

It’s “What is this money helping me accomplish?”

The answer will be different for everyone, and some are better answers than others…providing for your family, creating freedom to spend more time with the people you love, blessing others, enriching yourself, building your “empire”, or maybe living your dream retirement

Money is useful precisely because it’s a means to something else.

Question to consider:

If money is a tool, what are you hoping it helps you build?

08/15/2026

**On Stewardship #2: Time**

We tend to measure wealth in dollars.

But if you think about it, money is one of the few resources we can earn back once it’s gone.

Time is different.

Every one of us receives the same 24 hours each day, and once they’re spent, there’s no getting that time back.

That perspective has really changed the way I think about success. Financial resources certainly matter because they can create opportunities, reduce unnecessary stress, and provide options. But ultimately, those benefits are valuable because of what they allow us to do with our time.

Perhaps that’s why wise financial decisions are rarely just about money. They’re about creating the freedom to spend more time on what matters.

In the end, stewardship isn’t only about how we manage our finances. It’s also about how we invest our lives and our time.

Question: Which resource do you protect more - your money or your time?

08/07/2026

**On Stewardship #1: Enough**

One of the most difficult financial questions isn’t “How much do I need?”

It’s “How much is enough?”

Our culture does an excellent job of defining “more.” A bigger home. A nicer car. The next promotion. The next milestone. There is always another level to pursue.

What’s much harder is deciding where contentment begins.

I’ve noticed that the people who are most at peace aren’t necessarily the ones with the largest balance sheets. More often, they’re the ones who have thoughtfully decided what they’re trying to accomplish with the resources they’ve been given.

Without some definition of “enough,” it’s easy to spend a lifetime chasing a finish line that keeps moving. Or as I’ve heard it put, “some people spend their entire life climbing the ladder only to get to the top and realize it’s been leaning against the wrong building”.

Stewardship isn’t necessarily about settling for less. It’s about making sure that “more” doesn’t quietly become the purpose.

Question: Have you ever intentionally defined what “enough” looks like for you and your family?

08/04/2026

For nearly 10 years, I’ve had a front-row seat to one of the most fascinating subjects there is: the relationship between people and money.

Over that time, I’ve noticed something.

Money is rarely just about dollars and cents.

It influences our decisions, our priorities, our relationships, our sense of security, and even the way we think about the future.

The more conversations I’ve had, the more convinced I’ve become that some of the most important financial questions aren’t really financial at all.

Questions like:

• What does “enough” look like?
• What are we ultimately building?
• When does ambition become contentment?
• How should we think about generosity?
• If money is a tool, what is it meant to accomplish?

Those are stewardship questions.

So I’m starting a series called On Stewardship.

These won’t be investment recommendations or market commentary. Just short reflections on money, purpose, wisdom, and the principles that I’ve found to be timeless.

My hope is simple: that each one gives you something worth thinking about. I hope you’ll follow along.

08/03/2026

Durham Bulls game over the weekend to celebrate this little guy turning 2!

07/20/2026

Our Quarterly Market Outlook looks beyond the headlines to explain recent volatility, economic conditions and opportunities that may matter for long-term investors. As always, I’m here to discuss how this outlook connects with your personal goals.

Our investment strategists provide Edward Jones’ perspective on the economy and the markets, and what it may mean for your portfolio.

07/09/2026

If you’re a high-income earner, you may not be eligible to contribute to a Roth IRA. Luckily, there’s a strategy that can help you gain the tax advantages offered by a Roth IRA. Here’s what you should know about this valuable strategy.

A Backdoor Roth IRA can help you realize the tax benefits of a Roth IRA, even if your income exceeds the earnings ceiling for Roth contributions.

06/18/2026

An owner-only defined benefit plan can help you secure a predictable retirement income. Let's evaluate whether this plan fits your goals.

Saving for retirement is paramount when you work for yourself.

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