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Expectations in the Market
Wealth Management08/05/2026

Imagine someone embarking on their very first ocean cruise. They’ve booked a spot on one of the large ships that circle the Caribbean, expecting nothing but sunshine, calm seas, and postcard-perfect...

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Plan to Limit TV and Social Media in Retirement
Personal Planning07/29/2026

Have you ever spent the work week daydreaming about everything you’ll finally get to do on the weekend—only to have Saturday arrive and find yourself scrolling your phone instead? It’s a familiar...

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There's Often More to the Story
Financial Wellness07/22/2026

You may not be old enough to remember this, but in the late 20th century there was a time when millions of Americans made a point of eating lunch near an AM radio—just so they wouldn’t miss the daily...

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Avoiding Retirement Disaster by Using Inverted Thinking
Personal Planning07/15/2026

Overthinking a purchase before you make it is common. Googling reviews and potential issues may be part of your process. At first glance, this approach might seem a bit pessimistic. In practice, it’s...

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How Bonds Work with a Diversified Portfolio
Wealth Management07/08/2026

When you first learn the basics of personal investing, the conversation usually starts with stocks and bonds. Most people have a general understanding of stocks. When you buy a stock, you’re...

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Calming the Biggest Financial Fear
Financial Wellness07/01/2026

In 1973, a research firm called R. H. Bruskin Associates published a well‑known study titled American Fears. The report examined a wide range of anxieties, but one finding captured the public’s...

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The Benefits and Challenges of Couples Combining Their Finances
Wealth Management06/24/2026

There’s little doubt that when couples merge their finances, they gain a meaningful advantage in building long-term financial health. Research consistently shows that couples who combine their money...

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Emotional Resilience and Financial Health
Financial Wellness06/17/2026

Money problems can create a uniquely intense kind of stress. They don’t just cause worry about paying today’s bills or anxiety about the future, they often reopen old emotional wounds and revive...

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Discussing Money Is Important for a Healthy Relationship
Wealth Management06/10/2026

Most people know there are certain topics best avoided at family gatherings if the goal is to keep things pleasant. Politics, religion, conspiracy theories, even sports—can quickly turn a relaxed...