Five Signs Your 2026 Financial Plan Is Truly Realistic
A realistic 2026 plan is one that fits your real life—not just on paper, but in the day-to-day ups and downs.
Markets Hold Steady as Fed Signals Patience on Rates
Markets ended the day mostly flat after the Fed held interest rates steady and Jerome Powell signaled no urgency to resume cuts.
Why a Written Financial Plan Can Help You Sleep Better
Putting your financial life into a written plan can bring real peace of mind.
A Pre-Trade Checklist to Keep Emotion Out of Your Next Move
Before your next trade, take a deep breath and give yourself space to think.
Don’t Let Recency Bias Derail Your 2026 Investment Plan
It's easy to fall into the trap of thinking that last year's winners will keep winning, especially when the headlines are loud and exciting.
A 48-Hour Cooling-Off Rule for Smarter Big-Money Decisions
A 48-hour "cooling-off" rule is a simple way to give yourself breathing room before making big money decisions.
Markets Push Higher Ahead of Fed Decision; S&P 500 Hits New Record
Markets kicked off the week with strong momentum as the S&P 500 touched new record highs, fueled by solid corporate earnings and continued optimism around a soft landing.
Markets Kick Off Key Week with Risk-On Sentiment; Gold Surges Past $5,000
Stocks climbed Monday as investors leaned into earnings optimism and potential economic reacceleration, while geopolitical jitters and weather-driven commodity moves pushed gold past $5,000 and natural gas sharply higher.
Investors Seek Shelter in Metals as Stocks Show Signs of Fatigue
Stocks finished a turbulent week on a quiet note, with major indexes diverging.
How Often Should You Really Check Your Accounts?
Jen used to check her investment account every single morning, often before she’d even had her coffee.
Markets Rebound Sharply as Trump Softens Tone on Greenland
Markets staged a strong rebound Wednesday, recouping much of the prior day's steep losses, as President Trump signaled a shift toward diplomacy over confrontation with NATO allies.
Is Your Portfolio Ready for Life’s Curveballs? A Human Approach to Financial Stress Testing
Imagine this: You’re sipping your morning coffee, scrolling through the news, and suddenly you see headlines about a market crash, layoffs at your company, or rising prices at the grocery store. Would your financial plan hold up—or would panic set in?