Ian Ackerman - Northwestern Mutual

06/10/2026

Strong jobs data may sound like good news—but with inflation still sticky, markets may see it differently. Brent Schutte, chief investment officer of Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management, breaks down what investors should know. http://spr.ly/6189B82s5P

06/03/2026

AI is driving stocks higher—but narrow market leadership means that there is more to these gains than meets the eye. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management CIO Brent Schutte examines what’s underneath the gains and why diversification still matters. http://spr.ly/6182B8mc0C

05/27/2026

Your child’s future may not follow a single path—and your savings strategy shouldn’t either. Read this article to learn how to build a plan that fits your family’s needs.

Flexible Ways to Save for Your Kid’s Future

05/20/2026

Reach out if you’re wondering about how buying an investment property might work within your financial plan.

Buying an investment property is a big decision with a lot of potential pitfalls, so a little knowledge beforehand can go a long way.

05/13/2026

Learning the language of finance is the first step toward deeper understanding—and better conversations—about your money.

Learn key terms for investing, estate planning, buying a home, and more.

05/06/2026

The S&P 500 closed at a record high on Friday as the Fed opted to hold rates steady amid signs of a stabilizing labor market and strong AI-fueled economic growth. Brent Schutte, chief investment officer of the Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company, breaks down the latest news and key data you need to know. http://spr.ly/6182BB5nB4

04/29/2026

You can collect Social Security while you’re still working, but doing so may reduce your benefit amount. Read this article to learn how; then let’s connect to discuss your Social Security claiming strategy.

There’s no rule against working and collecting Social Security, but your benefit amount could be impacted.

04/15/2026

Compound interest can be the secret weapon to reaching your financial goals. Please reach out if you have questions about how compound interest fits into your financial plan.

The younger you are when you learn this lesson, the better off your financial security will be. Your future self will thank you.

04/08/2026

Stocks ended higher last week for the first time in over six weeks, a rebound fueled by lower interest rates and an economy that has remained resilient in the face of geopolitical uncertainty. http://spr.ly/6183B6a7Nh

04/01/2026

Protect more of what you’ve earned. I’ll help you create a tax-efficient strategy built for the long haul.

Understanding how they’re taxed can help you avoid paying unnecessary taxes.