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Q4 2025 Market Update

By Julia McCabe | January 15, 2026

A Market Built on Capital, Earnings, and Policy   Written by: Paolo LaPietra, Director of Portfolio Strategy   Download Report Here Market Update  The start of a new year has always been my favorite time of year. There’s something about the calendar flipping that gives you a clean slate and a fresh perspective, especially when…

January Market Insights: Economy, the Fed, and AI

By Julia McCabe | January 9, 2026

Written by: Paolo LaPietra, CFP® As we move into 2026, the economic backdrop remains constructive. Earnings continue to hold up; the labor market, while cooling, remains healthy by historical standards, and consumer spending has proven resilient. Recent GDP data reinforced that underlying strength, even as markets digest choppier short-term signals influenced by reporting delays and policy uncertainty.  On the policy front,…

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BFG Values & What it Means

By Julia McCabe | January 9, 2026

Written by: Ryan Bouchey, CPA, CFP®   The New Year is a great time to look ahead at all the possibilities in front of us. I also find value in looking back and reflecting on the year that just passed. While going through this lookback exercise, one thing I take a lot of pride in…

Notebook labeled “Goals 2026” with financial planning items, representing achievable financial goals for the year ahead

Seven Achievable Financial Goals to Focus on in 2026

By Julia McCabe | December 29, 2025

Catherine Buck suggests seven financial goals to strengthen your foundation for 2026: increase retirement contributions, contribute to a 529 plan, refresh your net worth statement to address high-interest debt, rebalance your portfolio, move cash to high-yield savings, utilize health insurance wellness programs, and make IRA contributions before the tax deadline.

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Money & Marriage – 10 Guidelines for Success

By Julia McCabe | December 15, 2025

Money is one of the most common sources of stress in a marriage. These 10 practical financial planning guidelines help couples improve communication, align long-term goals, and reduce financial stress as they build a life together.

December Market Insights: A Month of Headlines & Opportunity

By Julia McCabe | December 5, 2025

Written by: Paolo LaPietra, CFP® and Edward Wilhelm If it feels like a lot has happened in the last month, that’s because it has. The government reopened on November 13th, the jobs report landed shortly after, Nvidia once again took center stage during earnings season, AI-driven volatility picked up, and Fed cut expectations continued to…

The Holiday Season – A Time to Give back: Strategies to Maximize Impact and Tax

By Julia McCabe | November 28, 2025

Written by: Scott Strohecker, CFP®, EA As the year draws to a close, charitable organizations ramp up their fundraising efforts-and many individuals begin thinking about how to give back. For donors, year-endcharitable giving isn’t just an opportunity to make a meaningful impact; it’s also a valuable moment for thoughtful tax planning. While working with clients on…