Shawn Cressman

08/15/2021

Hurricane season is upon us. Make sure you are prepared before the storm hits.

08/14/2021

Before heading to the great outdoors, be sure to pack more than just the s’mores.

08/13/2021

We all have psychological biases — especially when it comes to our money. Learn what they are and how to avoid them.

Instead of letting your emotions rule your decisions, using the rational part of your brain can help you overcome these psychological biases.

08/12/2021

Considering a 401(k) to IRA rollover? Together, we can assess your options and determine the best plan of action for you and your goals.

There are some rules and situations to be aware of before you roll over your workplace plan assets to an IRA.

08/11/2021

Life doesn’t always go as planned. Instead of feeling vulnerable, let’s talk about how you can feel protected.

08/10/2021

Follow a budget. Establish an emergency fund. Discover the secrets to saving for retirement from people who are saving the most.

For a variety of reasons, some people manage to save a lot of money for retirement-and it's usually not by cutting out every splurge or non-essential expense. Principal, a retirement program provider, releases an annual survey its clients who save the most amount of money for retirement, offering a....

08/09/2021

Is maxing out your 401(k) enough? For high earners, only saving up to the annual IRS contribution limit may not be enough to meet spending needs in retirement.

How do 401(k) contributions translate into retirement income? Depending on your lifestyle and retirement goals, maxing out your 401(k) may not be enough.

08/08/2021

Adding a fire pit to your backyard? Make sure to choose a safe location.

08/07/2021

Q2 earnings and revenue growth have further propelled S&P 500 gains. Ameriprise Chief Market Strategist David Joy discusses the bullish conditions.

08/02/2021 David Joy As was the case last week, the deluge of economic data continues in the week ahead. But first, a look back at what was learned last week. The U.S. economy grew at an inflation-adjusted annualized rate of 6.5 percent in the second quarter. That came as a mild disappointment, but....

08/06/2021

If you could retire anywhere in the U.S., which state would you choose and why?

Georgia, Florida and Tennessee top the latest Bankrate ranking.

08/05/2021

Happy August! What do you have planned for the rest of the summer?