Michelle Grippi Baker - Northwestern Mutual

10/15/2026

Markets have continued to climb, but leadership has become more concentrated as investors weigh persistent inflation, higher rates, and rising uncertainty. See Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte’s take on what the shift from broad growth to narrower market leadership could mean for investors. https://www.northwesternmutual.com/life-and-money/why-market-leadership-is-narrowing-northwestern-mutual/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=marketcommentary&utm_content=mc_quarterly_field&utm_term=leadership-is-narrowing&agentid=002170

10/15/2026

72% of Americans say couples should discuss finances before marriage or moving in together. Ready to build shared financial goals? Schedule a conversation today.

What financial compatibility really means—and how to talk about it.

10/14/2026

Know a woman-owned small business doing big things? Give them a shout-out this Women's Small Business Month in the comments.

And then use this bingo card to show love and support for business leaders in your community.

10/13/2026

Recent market moves showed how quickly sentiment around artificial intelligence can affect broader indexes. This week’s market commentary explains why diversification remains important, even as AI continues to shape market leadership. https://www.northwesternmutual.com/life-and-money/ai-market-volatility-puts-portfolio-diversification-to-the-test-northwestern-mutual/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=marketcommentary&utm_content=mc_weekly_field&utm_term=ai-market-volatility&agentid=002170

10/12/2026

Financial planning covers a lot, but it comes down to your goals and your peace of mind. We can help you build around what matters most. This Financial Planning Month, let’s get started.

10/08/2026

Not designating beneficiaries, forgetting about taxes—it’s easy to make mistakes while writing your will if you’re not careful. Please reach out if you have questions.

An effective will can make a difficult time a little bit easier for your family. Watch out for these mistakes.

10/07/2026

Choosing a trustee is one of the most important decisions in your estate plan. It deserves as much thought as the trust terms themselves. Here's what to consider before you decide.

You've worked hard to build something worth leaving behind—here's how to make sure it reaches your children the way you intend.

10/06/2026

Inflation remains sticky and consumers continue to spend. Here’s what the latest data may mean for investors and why a diversified plan can help navigate uncertainty. https://www.northwesternmutual.com/life-and-money/market-outlook-inflation-interest-rates-and-economic-growth-northwestern-mutual/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=marketcommentary&utm_content=mc_weekly_field&utm_term=market-outlook-inflation&agentid=002170

10/05/2026

Understanding the required minimum withdrawals from your retirement accounts can help you make the most of your money. Here’s how.

Understanding more about the required withdrawals for most of your retirement plans can help you plan ahead.

10/01/2026

Creating a financial plan starts with thinking about where you want to go. We will ask you questions to deeply understand your situation and help you build a plan with solutions to help you get to where you want to go.