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Putting a Premium on Trust
A recent Vanguard study identified the importance of trust between clients and their financial advisors. In this article, we will discuss...

Nick Allen
Dec 19, 20233 min read


Are you 59 ½ or Older and Still Working?
An In-Service Rollover Might Be Right for You Suppose you ever left an employer with a retirement plan you contributed to. In that case,...

Kelly Kranstuber
Dec 19, 20234 min read


What is Opportunity Cost?
Opportunity cost is the benefit of what an individual misses out on when they spend their funds on a particular item vs another item or...

Logan Doup
Dec 19, 20233 min read


Planning Ahead – 2024 Retirement Contribution Limit Changes
The IRS recently announced the changes to the retirement contribution limits for 2024 for the various retirement account types. To make...

Andrew Young
Dec 7, 20232 min read


What successful retirees do
Being in the industry of helping everyday people save and plan for retirement has provided insight into what it takes to be successful...

Jake Buckwalter
Nov 30, 20233 min read


What Is A Brokerage Account?
A brokerage account is a “non-retirement” account with no contribution limits, no income limits, and no penalty for taking money out...

Stephen Armstrong
Nov 16, 20232 min read


How to Choose Your Financial Advisor
What should you be looking for when searching for a Financial Advisor? Dave recommends that you ask the following when getting to know a...

Drew Hodgson
Nov 9, 20234 min read


The best cost-saving tips to experience an in-person sporting event
Seeing my favorite team play would be fun, but can I afford it? Sometimes, this is one of those discretionary spending categories we want...

Matthew Harris
Nov 2, 20237 min read


Commonly Used Investing Terms That All Investors Should Know
Investing Terminology Overview Getting started with investing can be intimidating for many people simply because they do not understand...

Kelly Kranstuber
Nov 2, 20235 min read


Long-Term Care: Do you have a plan?
Like many other issues in life, if you do not have a plan, you are planning to fail. Although we will address the financial aspect of...

Matthew Harris
Sep 20, 20235 min read


What Ohio’s EdChoice program can mean for you, and what scholarship money could be available
Ohio recently expanded the EdChoice program to allow families of all income levels to apply for some scholarships to be used in grades...

Jake Buckwalter
Sep 20, 20232 min read


Breaking the cycle of Paycheck to Paycheck in 4 Steps
Helping you get out of the paycheck-to-paycheck mentality Living Paycheck to paycheck is a burden many Americans face. Around 78% of all...

Drew Hodgson
Sep 14, 20234 min read


What is an Emergency Fund, and Why Do I Need One?
An emergency fund is like a safety net, providing peace of mind during unforeseen circumstances. This money needs to be liquid and...

Stephen Armstrong
Sep 14, 20233 min read


Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plan Options and Considerations for Terminated Employees
You recently left an employer where you were contributing to their 401(k), 403(b), or some other qualified retirement plan. Now what?...

Kelly Kranstuber
Aug 31, 20233 min read


College Savings Options
Exploring the 529 and the UTMA for College Savings Options With the fall semester commencing, it’s an appropriate time to consider saving...

Nick Allen
Aug 24, 20235 min read


All Things Roth: IRAs, Employer Plans, Backdoor Roth IRA & Mega Backdoor Roth
Roth and Traditional IRAs With a Roth Individual Retirement Account (IRA), money is put in after paying income tax on it, and then you...

Stephen Armstrong
Aug 17, 20234 min read


The High Earners Tax - Net Investment Income Tax
One tax most are not familiar with is the Net Investment Income Tax or NIIT. This is also sometimes referred to as the Obamacare...

Andrew Young
Aug 17, 20232 min read


RISK ASSETS
Worrying can be okay “The market climbs a wall of worry” and “This time is different” are two of my favorite quotes regarding investing....

Jake Buckwalter
Aug 2, 20232 min read


OPTIMAL SAVING & INVESTING
Finding the best ways to save while investing For those interested or worried about saving, this article will help clarify the options...

Drew Hodgson
Jul 30, 20234 min read


THE WASH SALE RULE
Rules for Investing Investing in the stock market can be profitable, but it also comes with several complexities and rules that investors...

Kelly Kranstuber
Jun 28, 20232 min read
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