Shawna R. Ballard, Financial Advisor at Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC

06/10/2026

Market leadership make be broadening beyond the Magnificent 7. Here’s how to identify new, high-quality investment opportunities in this evolving environment. And let’s connect if you’d like to put these insights into action.

How to invest in “the best of the rest.”

06/09/2026

A growing disconnect between two market forces — AI and consumers — may test the recent stock rally. Ameriprise Financial Chief Market Strategist Anthony Saglimbene explains this widening divide and how it could become a key risk for markets going forward.

06/08/2026

Feeling confident today doesn’t remove the need to plan ahead.

Ameriprise Financial research shows many financially solo adults are thinking carefully about aging, long‑term care costs, and making savings last — key considerations when planning independently.

06/05/2026

Stock markets can be unpredictable in the short term. See what has to say about today’s activity.

06/05/2026

When financial decisions aren’t shared, the role of guidance can become even more meaningful.

Ameriprise Financial research shows that among financially solo adults who work with an advisor, guidance supports both confidence and clarity — helping people feel more secure about the future, navigate major decisions, and bring structure to long‑term planning.

06/04/2026

Planning independently often requires looking further ahead.

Ameriprise Financial research shows that advisors help solo adults translate long-term goals into concrete plans — from timing and income planning to defining long‑term financial goals.

06/03/2026

Markets have seen quite the turnaround recently. But what’s fueling this rally and are the risks really behind us? Ameriprise Financial Chief Market Strategist Anthony Saglimbene breaks down the dynamics driving the recent market movements.

3 factors driving U.S. stocks higher.

06/02/2026

Uncertainty is inevitable, but your financial approach doesn’t have to feel uncertain. Retirement strategies that emphasize both opportunity and resilience can help create a greater sense of stability over time. Planning ahead can make all the difference. Send me a message to explore your options.

05/29/2026

Financial independence is sometimes misunderstood as isolating or risky.

Ameriprise Financial research shows many financially solo adults feel confident in their financial situation and take pride in managing money on their own.

A closer look at the data offers a more accurate picture of today’s solo adults.

05/28/2026

Managing finances independently doesn’t mean every decision is made alone.

Ameriprise Financial research highlights how many financially solo adults seek guidance when navigating major or unfamiliar decisions — especially as they look to the future.