Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Rick Medcke

06/23/2026

The way most people think they spend money and the way they actually spend it can be surprisingly different. You might assume you're only spending a certain amount on dining out or subscriptions, but when you track it, the reality often looks quite different.

That's why the first step in creating a balanced family budget is simply knowing where your money goes each month. Not judging it. Not changing it yet. Just understanding it. Track your income, your essential expenses, your debt payments, and yes, the money you spend on things that make life enjoyable.

Having a clear picture of your spending habits can help you gain more control. And having more control can help reduce financial stress and can help you make better decisions about what matters most to your family.

If you'd like help getting a clear view of your financial situation and creating a plan that works for your family, reach out. We can walk through it together.

These considerations can help you get a handle on how you spend money each month.

06/22/2026

06/22/2026

I need a recommendation for a plumber with a really really tall ladder.
Seems to be a non stop leak in the sky. Not sure if it needs a new 0-ring or the tap is just stuck open.
Since the start of June I have emptied the the rain gauge 3 times this month with 5&9/10” then 4/10” then 1&4/10” and now we are at 4&3/10” and it’s still raining. Very wet month for those that need good weather for work.

06/21/2026

Father’s Day always makes me look both ways.

I think about my kids and how I want the best for them…
Then I think about my dad, and how he wanted the same.

You don’t always see it in the moment, but it’s there, that quiet responsibility to show up, do your best, and think ahead for them.

Different roles, different stages… but the same responsibility.

So whether you’re a dad, a grandpa, or someone who has stepped in, thank you.
Happy Father’s Day from my family to yours.

06/20/2026

I'm deeply grateful to share that Edward Jones has been recognized as the No.1 Wealth Management Firm for Advised Investor Satisfaction in the JD Power 2026 Canada Investor Satisfaction Study, our 10th award in 14 years! 🏆

What makes this recognition especially meaningful? It came directly from our clients. They rated us highest in:

• Trust
• People
• Products meeting their needs
• Ease of doing business

This demonstrates what I've always believed: When you truly understand what your clients are trying to achieve — their goals, their concerns, their dreams for their family — everything else falls into place.

To my clients: Thank you for your trust. This recognition belongs to you and reflects the relationship we've built together.

If you've been considering personalized financial guidance, let's talk about your future. I'd welcome the opportunity to show you the difference this approach can make.

For JD Power 2026 award information, visit jdpower.com/awards

06/20/2026

The Fed held the fed funds target range steady at 3.5%-3.75% and removed the previously projected 2026 rate cut from the dot plot, as expected.

How did the markets perform this week? Get the highlights and the latest economic news.

06/19/2026

Financial planning creates a framework that helps you understand how different areas of your financial life connect and influence one another. It considers areas like cash flow, taxes, retirement timing, protection strategies, and estate considerations as one connected picture.

This integrated approach helps bring clarity, consistency, and direction to financial decisions over time, making it easier to stay focused on what matters most.

Reach out to explore how comprehensive financial planning can support what matters most to you.

06/17/2026

What if I told you that investing and financial planning aren't the same thing? Most people use these terms interchangeably, but they're actually very different. Investing is choosing where to put your money to grow. Financial planning is the comprehensive blueprint that gives your money purpose and it is made up of seven key components that examine every aspect of your life.

If you'd like to explore what a complete financial plan looks like for your unique goals, I'm here to help.

06/15/2026

Edward Jones Canada and Gallup just released (2026) national research on financial fulfillment in Canada, here’s what the data shows:

• Only 12% of Canadians are financially fulfilled
• 47% feel financially conflicted, feeling both gratitude and stress about money at
the same time
• 41% are in consistent financial stress

What stands out most: in an analysis controlling for net worth, age, and other factors, professional advisors were the only source of financial guidance with a positive association with financial fulfillment. Guidance from other sources including friends, family, personal internet research, news, social media, and AI had no or negative relationships with fulfillment.

If you're not sure your money is working toward what matters to you, that's worth a conversation. Reach out, I'd love to help you.

Source: Gallup & Edward Jones - Money and Meaning: Understanding Financial Fulfillment, 2026