Susan Sanger with Principal

10/14/2026

On average, the COLA will increase Social Security retirement benefits by $75 per month

foxbusiness.com

09/24/2026

September is Life Insurance Awareness Month.

It's a good reminder to ask a simple question: Does your current life insurance coverage still fit your life today?

Your needs and goals can change over time. A marriage, divorce, birth of a child, home purchase, career change, retirement, or other major life event may be a reason to revisit your coverage.

And when was the last time you reviewed your beneficiaries?

A periodic review can help ensure that your coverage, beneficiaries, and overall financial goals are still aligned with your current circumstances.

Life insurance isn't something most people want to think about every day—but taking a little time to review your coverage can be an important part of your overall financial planning.

September is a great time to take another look.

09/23/2026

Insurance needs change as life changes. 💙

From starting a family and changing jobs to approaching Medicare or simply wanting to make sure you have the right protection in place, there are a lot of insurance decisions along the way.

I help individuals, families, and businesses navigate a variety of insurance options.

My goal is to provide education, answer questions, and help you understand the options available to you.

If you've been wondering whether your current coverage still fits your situation, let's have a conversation. 😊

📞 563-362-5620
📧 [email protected]

09/18/2026

September is Life Insurance Awareness month💙 It is the perfect reminder to ask yourself…

If something happened to you tomorrow, would your family be taken care of?

It is not a comfortable question, but it is one of the most important ones you can answer. Life insurance is one of the most overlooked pieces of a solid financial plan, yet it’s one of the most powerful. It is not about planning for the worst, it’s about making sure the people who depend on you are protected no matter what.

Life insurance is not just a policy, it’s a promise to the people you love most. If you have been putting off the conversation, let this be the nudge you needed.

https://www.baxter-investment-group.com

09/11/2026

09/10/2026

Two-thirds of caregiving friends drive their friends around; shopping, helping people go outside, preparing meals, and accompanying patients to medical appointments round out the top five tasks

kffhealthnews.org

09/10/2026

Meet Wally👋

We are so excited to introduce the newest member to our team — Wally!

Wally has been a financial advisor with Principal for 27 years. That is not just a career, it is a lifelong dedication to helping people navigate their financial future with confidence and trust.

Before stepping into the world of financial advising, Wally owned and operated his own automotive parts business. That hands on experience as a business owner gives him a perspective that is hard to find — he doesn’t just understand the numbers, he understands the people behind them. He knows first hand what it takes to protect what you have worked so hard to create.

We are incredibly grateful to have someone of Wally’s experience, heart, and wisdom on our team. Welcome to the family, Wally🎉

09/05/2026

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09/04/2026

Life insurance isn't really about preparing for death.
It's about protecting life—the life your family will continue living, the dreams you share, and the responsibilities that won't simply disappear.

It may help provide:

• Income for the people who depend on you
• Money for a mortgage and other debts
• Funds for final expenses
• Support for estate-planning goals
• Protection for a business
• A legacy for the people and causes you value

But perhaps its greatest purpose is peace of mind—knowing that if life changes unexpectedly, the people you love may have greater financial stability during an already difficult time.

Life insurance isn't only for parents, high-income earners, or people nearing retirement. Different stages of life bring different responsibilities, which is why coverage should be reviewed as careers, families, finances, and goals change.

The most important question may not be, "Do I have life insurance?"

It may be, "Would the coverage I have today still protect the people and responsibilities that matter most?"

09/04/2026

Our research suggests that planning may be most useful when it considers both financial preparation and the individual priorities that can help shape how a person wants to spend the next stage of life

www.forbes.com