06/30/2023
Permanent life insurance can be an important part of your retirement plan. Please reach out if you’d like to talk about your retirement plan.
How Permanent Life Insurance Works When You Retire
While it may seem like your need for life insurance diminishes in retirement, the opposite is actually true. Learn how to use life insurance in your retirement planning.
06/27/2023
What are the risks of more rate hikes? Read Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte’s thoughts in this week’s Market Commentary.
Hawkish Comments From the Fed and Renewed Recession Fears Drive Markets Lower
Why an uneven economy may not be able to withstand more rate hikes.
06/23/2023
The amount you have in savings is important, but how you’re saving can go a long way to help you get the most out of your money.
I’d love to schedule time to learn more about your situation and show you how some simple tweaks can help you get more out of your savings.
Here's What Americans Have Saved for Retirement by Age, and What They Think They’ll Need
See how you stack up with your peers and what you can do to maximize your savings.
06/21/2023
Roth IRAs are a great way to help minimize the amount you’ll owe in taxes over time. See more about how they work and please reach out if you have any questions or would like to discuss adding one to your financial plan.
What Is a Roth IRA?
A Roth IRA is a great tool to help you save for retirement while minimizing taxes.
06/20/2023
Will the pause in rate hikes last? Read Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte’s thoughts in this week’s Market Commentary.
Declining Inflation and a Pause by the Fed Sends Markets Higher
Here's why improving inflation numbers may not be enough for the Fed to stop raising rates.
06/16/2023
Think about what you love doing. Then think about being able to do it all the time. Start planning now, and I can help you retire the way you want without having to change your current lifestyle. So, what are you most excited to do in retirement? Let me know in the comments.
06/15/2023
Getting enough into an emergency fund is a key financial step, but it’s important to look at how much you are saving in the context of your broader goals. Please reach out if you’d like help.
How Much Should I Save in an Emergency Fund?
While it’s generally good to save six months’ worth of expenses, there are times when you may want to have more or less.
06/13/2023
Will a pause by the Fed lead to a soft landing? Read Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte’s thoughts in this week’s Market Commentary.
Investor Optimism Grows in Anticipation of a Pause by the Fed
Will a Pause in Rate Hikes Be Enough to Prevent a Recession?
06/06/2023
Will controlled wage growth be enough for the Fed? Read Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte’s thoughts in this week’s Market Commentary.
Strong Jobs Data and Cool Wage Growth Send Markets Higher
Will modest wage growth be enough for the Fed to overlook a tight job market?
05/30/2023
Will an uptick in inflation and consumer spending lead the Fed to reconsider pausing rate hikes? Read Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte’s thoughts in this week’s Market Commentary.
Progress on Debt Ceiling Negotiations Sends Stocks Higher
While investors remained focused on Washington, inflation data may keep the Fed in tightening mode. Read more in our Northwestern Mutual Weekly Market Commentary.
05/25/2023
If you’re looking to set up a college savings account for your child, we can help you plan for that.
What’s a 529?
Learn about saving with a tax-advantaged 529 plan, including what a 529 plan is, how they work and what to do with a 529 if your child doesn't go to college.