Guided Financial Strategies LLC

10/09/2026

Is your estate strategy full of cobwebs? Does your investing approach have too many tricks and not enough treats? Does your retirement timeline read like a ghost story?

These things have a way of going bump in the night.

Knowing where you stand is the first step.

10/06/2026

🎁 This holiday season, skip the toys that get forgotten by New Year's and give a gift that truly lasts a lifetime.

Let’s face it—kids accumulate a mountain of toys, and many are forgotten within a week. What if, instead of another plastic gadget, family and friends invested in a child’s future?

Opening a 529 College Savings Plan or a UTMA (Uniform Transfers to Minors Act) Account is one of the most powerful ways to teach the value of saving early while setting up a child or grandchild for long-term success.

529 Plans: Perfect for education expenses, offering incredible tax-advantaged growth for college, trade school, or K-12 tuition.

UTMA Accounts: A flexible custodial account that allows minors to build a financial foundation for future milestones, from first cars to first homes.

Want to start a new tradition this year? Give the gift of compounding growth and financial security.

📞 Give us a call at 860-291-2800 or drop us a message to chat about how to set up an account for the special young ones in your life!

10/05/2026

Yields have surged to multi-decade highs, raising questions about inflation, interest rates, and what's next for investors. Join CIO Gene Goldman on this week's episode of as he unpacks what's driving the move in bond yields, why higher rates aren't all bad news, and the key catalysts that could bring relief in the weeks ahead.

“Cetera Financial Group” refers to the network of independent retail firms encompassing, among others, Cetera Advisors LLC, Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Cetera Investment Services LLC (marketed as Cetera Financial Institutions or Cetera Investors), and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC. All firms...

10/01/2026

This Quarterly Recap summarizes market performance, major events and news from Q3 2026. Read more here:

Markets carried their momentum into the third quarter, with the S&P 500 finishing near record highs. However, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ended 5.1% below…

09/29/2026

In Cetera's latest commentary, they explore how higher rates, geopolitical uncertainty, and shifting market expectations are shaping today’s investment landscape. Discover what’s driving the recent volatility and how investors can navigate an increasingly temperamental market environment.

In our latest commentary, we explore how higher rates, geopolitical uncertainty, and shifting market expectations are shaping today’s investment landscape.…

09/28/2026

A busy week of economic data could have major implications for markets.
In this week's episode of , Brian Klimke breaks down the key reports investors will be watching, including Friday's nonfarm payrolls report, wage growth, PCE inflation data, and ISM Manufacturing.
With markets focused on both Federal Reserve policy and rising long-term Treasury yields, stronger economic data could reignite concerns about inflation and higher rates.

“Cetera Financial Group” refers to the network of independent retail firms encompassing, among others, Cetera Advisors LLC, Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Cetera Investment Services LLC (marketed as Cetera Financial Institutions or Cetera Investors), and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC. All firms...

09/22/2026

How do you celebrate the first day of Fall? Leaf peeping? Pumpkin-spice lattes? We want to know!

09/21/2026

The Fed's latest rate decision has captured attention, but earnings season may provide additional insight into the health of corporate America.
In this week's , CIO Gene Goldman discusses earnings expectations, the sectors driving recent growth, and key areas to watch as companies begin reporting quarterly results.

“Cetera Financial Group” refers to the network of independent retail firms encompassing, among others, Cetera Advisors LLC, Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Cetera Investment Services LLC (marketed as Cetera Financial Institutions or Cetera Investors), and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC. All firms...

09/18/2026

Big expenses like a family trip, a milestone gift, or a home renovation rarely come as a surprise, yet they often get treated like one. Planning for them in advance, with a number attached, can turn them from a source of stress into something you can enjoy.

09/17/2026

Read the latest issue of Financial Watch here:

When you know where your money is going, it can be easier to make sure it's going toward the things that matter most to you. In this month's Financial Watch,…