Written by Todd Brand, AIF® “Economics is extremely useful as a form of employment for economists.” – John Kenneth Galbraith So, take these thoughts with a grain of salt, as we will be dabbling not just in economics, but also infectious diseases’ impacts on them. As it often does, the stock market has hit a… Read More

Death is an unpleasant topic to consider, but when it comes to your estate, it’s not something spouses can afford to avoid. We explain why in this article. Read More

The second quarter saw the continuation of a powerful economic recovery due to fading of the pandemic and massive fiscal and monetary stimulus. US vaccinations have increased significantly with 46% of US adults now fully vaccinated, 54% with at least one dose, and 86% of the population over age 65 having received at least one… Read More

By Todd Brand, AIF® “Be careful who you call your friends. I’d rather have four quarters than 100 pennies.” -Alphonse “Al” Capone I’m just the kind of guy to begin an announcement regarding our firm’s Vice President, Phil Daniels, with a quote from Al Capone. But there, now that I’ve broken the ice, I can speak… Read More

Written by Anna Davey, FPQP™ When we reflect on the concept of wealth, we don’t just think about the monetary value of the assets or resources that have been accumulated — we also consider the opportunities it can provide and the feelings it can provoke. Accumulating wealth allows us to dream about the future, about… Read More