Scholar Financial Group

09/01/2026

Markets have been supported by resilient growth and enthusiasm around artificial intelligence, but the policy backdrop may be changing. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte explains why sticky inflation, higher debt costs and uncertainty around where AI-related gains ultimately land make diversification especially important. https://www.northwesternmutual.com/life-and-money/what-higher-interest-rates-could-mean-for-markets-northwestern-mutual/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=marketcommentary&utm_content=mc_weekly_field&utm_term=higher-interest-rates&agentid=077288

08/31/2026

The best financial plans can weather even the worst economic storms. I can help you overcome uncertainty with confidence. https://www.northwesternmutual.com/life-and-money/how-to-prepare-for-a-recession/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=lifeandmoney&utm_content=lm_managing-finances_field&utm_term=how-to-prepare&agentid=077288

08/31/2026

One of the most meaningful moments from the Northwestern Mutual Annual Meeting: Eugene Shkolnikov, named to this year's Top 20 List of Advisors nationwide, was asked what clarified his "why." His answer:
"Helping people is the business, not a byproduct of it. In Jewish tradition, mitzvah means doing good for others with the understanding that goodness returns to you, and I've lived that truth every day in this career. What keeps me going is knowing that I get to do mitzvah and be compensated for it. That's not just a career. That's a calling."
We're grateful for this recognition and for the moment that made the big stage.

08/26/2026

Looking for peace, calm, clarity and more? It all comes with the right financial plan, and I can help you get started.

08/25/2026

The economy remains resilient, but rising interest rates and pressure on consumers could create challenges for markets. Here’s why diversification remains important in today’s environment. https://www.northwesternmutual.com/life-and-money/what-rising-interest-rates-could-mean-for-markets-northwestern-mutual/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=marketcommentary&utm_content=mc_weekly_field&utm_term=rising-interest-rates&agentid=077288

08/24/2026

Youth sports are a big investment—and not always in the ways you might expect. Before the next season starts, it’s worth understanding the full financial picture. https://www.northwesternmutual.com/life-and-money/youth-sports-costs-budgeting-tips/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=lifeandmoney&utm_content=lm_your-family_field&utm_term=youth-sports-costs&agentid=077288

08/21/2026

What a week at the Northwestern Mutual Annual Meeting. Our team had the honor of celebrating alongside incredible colleagues and friends from across the country, and we're proud to share that Eugene Shkolnikov was named to the Top 20 List of Advisors at Northwestern Mutual nationwide.

Beyond the celebration, we spent the week learning from outstanding presenters and gathering new insights and offerings we can't wait to bring back to our clients. Moments like these remind us why we do this work: to keep raising the bar for the families and businesses who trust us.
We're grateful for the recognition, the relationships, and the road ahead.

08/20/2026

Life happens, and it rarely gives a warning. That's what an emergency fund is for. Aim to set aside enough to cover six months of expenses, not income, since your actual costs are what you'd need to keep the lights on. A job loss, a medical bill, a car that won't start. None of these are hypothetical forever. Building that cushion now is what keeps everything else standing when they show up.

08/19/2026

Markets are still near record highs, but the economy remains uneven. Our latest commentary looks at recent inflation, consumer, and small business data—and why diversification continues to matter for long-term investors.

Markets are broadening beyond tech. See why diversification still matters.

08/19/2026

All these improvements and more could be yours—it all starts with a conversation. Reach out and let’s talk.