Insights

If you grew up in a small town like I did, you probably remember a time when people didn’t have much—but they took care of what they had.

While the excitement on Friday nights and Saturdays centers around touchdowns and victories, there are valuable financial lessons hidden within the game that can help families and individuals achieve their own long-term success.

For many people, financial planning can feel overwhelming, especially when life does not go according to plan.

The U.S. markets are facing tremendous pressure in 2026. Persistent volatility, tariffs applied to some of our best trading partners, and continual change in the artificial intelligence space have created a very interesting market for the United States.

Poor budgeting habits may seem harmless at first, but over time, they can lead to unnecessary debt, limited savings, and increased financial stress. Fortunately, a few small adjustments can make a meaningful difference.

The S&P 500 is an excellent investment, but it should not be mistaken for a complete retirement plan. One of the biggest misconceptions for beginner investors is that owning an S&P 500 index fund means you are fully diversified.

Parents preparing to welcome a newborn quickly realize how expensive providing for a new baby can be, and if you’re not financially prepared – you’ll witness how quickly your savings account will be drained.

Planning is vital but execution is the key to success.  It is easy for some of us to dream of our ideal retirement phase of life – great health, plenty of income, travel the world, etc.  However, we spend too little time in the planning process and too much time in the dreaming phase. 

it is worth taking time to discuss several core money principles before a child leaves home. The lessons in this article can help young adults begin this next stage of life with greater confidence and preparedness.

This chapter of our story is unfolding as my husband steps into a new career position at a different school. It’s a positive move for our family, but it’s also a reminder that real life doesn’t pause just because we finally feel like we have a plan.