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The Anticipated Recession Is Tardy But Not Canceled

The Anticipated Recession Is Tardy But Not Canceled

August 10, 2023
I have been highlighting my thoughts that the U.S. (and the global) economy stands a much higher probability of...
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Intentionally Defective Grantor Trusts

Intentionally Defective Grantor Trusts

August 10, 2023
On this episode of Your Life Simplified, Valerie Escobar , senior wealth advisor, and Jake Kern , managing director...
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How to Select a Philanthropic Organization to Support

How to Select a Philanthropic Organization to Support

August 1, 2023
Recent studies show that we are a very giving country. In 2019, the United States was estimated to have...
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Transfer Wealth Before Lifetime Exemption Expires in Two Years

Transfer Wealth Before Lifetime Exemption Expires in Two Years

August 1, 2023
When it comes to the tax-free transfer of wealth, we’re living in a golden era. Single individuals can move...
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Money Management Strategies for Your College Student or Recent Graduate

Money Management Strategies for Your College Student or Recent Graduate

August 1, 2023
Whether your adult child is a freshman at a university or you have a recent graduate, he or she...
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Eliminating Guilt from Spending

Eliminating Guilt from Spending

July 27, 2023
For many, they’ve become wealthy because of their focus on saving. They’ve spent their entire lives being disciplined and...
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Outstanding First Half. Do We See a Market Upswing or a Fade During the Rest of 2023?

Outstanding First Half. Do We See a Market Upswing or a Fade During the Rest of 2023?

July 13, 2023
“Extraordinary magic follows you around and the camera can’t catch it, you won’t see it in the...
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What Are the Long-Term Drivers of Economic Activity?

What Are the Long-Term Drivers of Economic Activity?

July 13, 2023
Most of my—and others’—economic comments tend to focus upon the cyclical, or shorter-term, view. Where is the economy within...
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2023 Midyear Market Outlook

2023 Midyear Market Outlook

July 13, 2023
While we can’t look into the future, each year, we feature a webinar that peers into a crystal ball...
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The Ins and Outs of Establishing a Domicile in the U.S. or Abroad

The Ins and Outs of Establishing a Domicile in the U.S. or Abroad

July 6, 2023
If you have a hometown residence but spend more than half your time at your vacation getaway in the...
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Advanced Estate Planning Strategies

Advanced Estate Planning Strategies

June 29, 2023
With larger estates, often come more complicated estate plans. Ben Voelker , director of wealth strategy, is back on...
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Traditional 401(k), Roth 401(k) or both?

Traditional 401(k), Roth 401(k) or both?

June 28, 2023
We’ll partner with you to create a financial strategy for today and beyond that’s flexible enough to change along...
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We can help you take the complex and make it simple. Our podcast hosts Mike and Valerie share need-to-know insights about finances and wealth.

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