Evan Davis Financial Planning

10/15/2026

The 4% rule is a basic rule-of-thumb when it comes to retirement, but how can we make it better? Let’s talk about your retirement plan and how adding an annuity can help reduce your market risk.

Researchers compared four ways to turn a $1 million nest egg into retirement income, weighing lifetime payouts, liquidity, and money left for heirs and emergencies.

10/12/2026

Last week, Stocks rose as broad market gains and earnings optimism outweighed inflation concerns. Bonds also advanced, with Treasury yields easing modestly. Economic data was mixed, with a strong labor market offset by weaker consumer sentiment and persistent inflation pressures. Check out this week’s market perspective to learn more.

10/08/2026

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10/07/2026

Join in and hear from Daken Vanderburg, Chief Investment Officer, MassMutual Wealth Management, as he helps make sense of key drivers behind recent trends and their potential implications for investors. Register now: https://bit.ly/3U8qFjj

10/05/2026

Last week, stocks were mixed as technology gains offset broader weakness tied to rising interest rates. Treasury yields remained volatile, while softer labor and consumer confidence data reinforced expectations of slowing growth. For more key learnings, give our weekly market perspective a read.

10/01/2026

Retirees with annuities have reported higher well-being than those with defined contribution plans. Let’s talk about how reliable guaranteed income can take the stress out of retirement.

Discover why annuity owners value lifetime income for financial security, peace of mind, and protection against market volatility and inflation.

09/29/2026

U.S. markets moved higher last week as an AI-driven technology rally and lower oil prices outweighed a midweek bond selloff. The S&P 500 gained 1.2%, while rising Treasury yields reflected strong economic data and expectations for additional Fed rate hikes. Dive into this week’s market perspective for more analysis and key takeaways.

09/25/2026

The Friday Money Brief

Some of the market’s best days happen when investors feel the most uncertain.

Moving to the sidelines may help you avoid a bad day, but it could also cause you to miss the rebound. That’s why time in the market can be more powerful than trying to time the market.

Successful investing isn’t about predicting every move. It’s about having a plan you can stick with.

Are you focused on the next headline or the long term?

09/24/2026

Download this free guide to explore 4 ways long-term care can be paid for. [Link] Want to discuss your planning options? Reach out.

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09/21/2026

Last week, markets navigated a challenging combination of renewed Fed tightening, rising Treasury yields, and persistent inflation concerns. Technology strength helped keep the S&P 500 near flat, while cyclical, small-cap, and rate-sensitive sectors lagged. Strong economic data supported growth but increased expectations for another rate hike. Read this week’s market perspective to learn more.