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04/09/2026

Tax season can feel overwhelming, but a few simple organizational strategies can go a long way. This article from the Associated Press covers the key steps to take before you finish filing:

https://bit.ly/48jbxn2

And if tax season has you thinking about your broader financial picture, feel free to reach out. I’m here.

I do not provide tax advice. Please consult with your own tax advisor for tax advice.

03/21/2026

Whether it's finances or freedom, here's why being divorced can potentially be a positive life change once the dust settles.

Having gone through a divorce myself, I know my friend is having a hard time. Still, it can be positive in the long run.

03/20/2026

“Poisoned” artificial intelligence can give untrustworthy advice about finance, health and lots more. Here’s how you may be able to fend off the growing threat.

“Poisoned” artificial intelligence can give untrustworthy advice about finance, health and lots more. Here’s how to fend off the growing threat.

03/19/2026

A recent Kiplinger article cites cumulative Medicare Advantage payments could exceed traditional Medicare benchmarks by approximately $1.2 trillion through 2036, Policymakers continue to debate these payment levels, and future regulatory changes could affect plan premiums costs and coverage.

With private insurers set to receive $1.2 trillion in excess payments by 2036, retirees may soon face a reckoning over costs and coverage.

03/12/2026

A lot of people assume debt is something they'll leave behind when they retire. But Federal Reserve data tells a different story. This piece takes a close look at the types of debt retirees are carrying and some practical ways to manage it on a fixed income:

https://bit.ly/4dgrRrR

If you have questions on financial and retirement strategies, I'd love to connect and talk it through.

02/26/2026

Saving aggressively for early retirement sounds great in theory, but for one financial coach, it nearly cost him his marriage. This CNBC article shares how he and his wife found a more balanced approach called "Coast FIRE," and how it's helped them prioritize both financial security and time together:

https://cnb.cx/3MLWJWA

If you're thinking about your own path to retirement, and how to enjoy the journey along the way, let's connect. I'd love to help.

02/16/2026

Today is a moment to reflect on leadership, responsibility, and service — values that matter in every community and every generation.
Happy Presidents’ Day!

02/14/2026

Mortgage rates can feel like a moving target — especially with so much talk about inflation in the news. This article from Yahoo Finance explains how the two are connected and what buyers and homeowners might expect in the months ahead:

https://yhoo.it/466zn4o

Have questions about how this can impact your other financial goals and your situation? I'd love to help you think it through. Let's connect.

02/13/2026

A recent study showed that people who own life insurance feel more secure in their financial decisions. Contact me to learn more.

Insurance policies help protect your family now and in the future. Learn how our agents can help you design personalized solutions.

02/06/2026

A recent study showed that people who own life insurance feel more confident about retirement. Contact me to learn more.

Insurance policies help protect your family now and in the future. Learn how our agents can help you design personalized solutions.

01/30/2026

A recent study showed that people who own life insurance feel more optimistic about their family's financial future. Contact me to learn more.

Insurance policies help protect your family now and in the future. Learn how our agents can help you design personalized solutions.

01/26/2026

A provision that made student-loan forgiveness tax-free is expiring in 2026. It could put borrowers on the hook for thousands of dollars in taxes.