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It’s Time to Talk About Healthcare Directives for Your College-Bound Child

Greg Nelson

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

This topic hits especially close to home as our daughter Emma is headed to college in San Diego in August. We’re busy checking off the to-do list: dorm supplies, textbooks, a new laptop, and the rest. But one thing we didn’t want to...

When your standard insurance policies, like auto or homeowners insurance, don’t cover everything, liability umbrella insurance steps in as an extra layer of protection. Though not as commonly discussed, this type of insurance can be...

In a recent commentary, LPL Research explores whether the U.S. is truly entering an industrial rebirth. Many public figures have pushed to bring manufacturing back to the U.S. after decades of globalization. The research shows...

Financial literacy is a person’s understanding of money-related topics, including personal financial management, budgeting, and investing. This article discusses why financial literacy is essential and how individuals can improve their...

The first quarter has been full of market volatility with moments of record-setting rallies and recent declines. LPL Research analyzed the recent decline in the equity markets and provided a technical outlook for investors. Their analysis..

There has been a significant shift in the market narrative regarding Artificial Intelligence (AI), with fears moving from an "AI bubble" (centered on businesses overspending for this technology) to "disruption risk"...

On March 5th, 2026 the Social Security Administration (SSA) and its Office of the Inspector General (OIG) will once again partner for their annual Slam the Scam Day. The importance of Slam the Scam Day is to raise awareness...

Market UpdateMarket Summary: A Month of Milestones and RotationDuring the first month of 2026, European and international markets generally continued their 2025 momentum, often outperforming the U.S. markets, which faced a more...

As we turn the page into a new year, we are looking ahead to what indications are revealing about the economy in the coming year. LPL Research has published their 2026 Outlook: The Policy Engine, providing a comprehensive recap of the...

As the calendar winds down, now is the perfect time for a quick financial year-end check, ensuring you maximize savings opportunities, minimize taxes, and avoid costly mistakes before the clock strikes midnight. Here are key items...

Emerging from the Shutdown and Key Factors to Watch November was defined by the ending of the historic 43-day government shutdown, which finally ended on November 12. While the reopening brought a sense of relief to the markets, it...

You can contribute a little more to your retirement plans next year. Every year, the IRS decides what the retirement account contribution limits will be for the upcoming year as well as what the income thresholds will be for qualifying...

The Federal Reserve (Fed) continued its new easing cycle in October, providing further support for the stock market's upward trend...

It’s Financial Planning Month which is a good time to start with the basics, like what is a safety net, how much should you save, and where should you save it?

Market Update The Federal Reserve (Fed) is restarting its rate-cutting cycle, which has often been a positive sign for the stock market. The Fed lowered interest rates by 0.25% in September. This widely anticipated cut was the first...

Claims for unemployment benefits recently rose to an 11-week high and hiring has slowed in private-sector businesses. The economy only added 22,000 jobs in August, which was below the number expected by forecasters...

July market news was dominated by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), which was signed into law by President Trump on July 4th. From taxes to everyday finances OBBBA introduced many changes that will impact individuals and families.