Stine Tax & Wealth Management

06/08/2026

06/05/2026

There's a crossover moment every long-term investor experiences, and it can change how you think about money forever.

It's the point at which your total investment earnings exceed your total contributions, meaning your portfolio is now doing more work than you ever did.

As this chart shows, it doesn't happen overnight. In year 5, earnings are barely visible. But by year 25, earnings have pulled ahead.

The most powerful financial decision you can make isn't picking the right investment. It's staying committed to your strategy long enough to reach that crossover.

Where are you on this chart? Drop a year or decade in the comments.

06/02/2026

🎓 Do you have college students who are home for the summer? Or future college-bound children? Summer is a great time to talk to them about money!

💬 Whether it's learning to budget, building credit, or understanding paychecks, a little financial education at home sets the stage for smart choices later.

🤝 Parents + students: Let's use this time to help build habits that last well beyond graduation. Reach out today or tag a friend below!

05/22/2026

Please join us in congratulating Cooper Williams from our Client Service Team on graduating from McNeese State University today!

Cooper’s dedication, hard work, and positive attitude have already made such an impact on our team, and we are incredibly proud to see him achieve this accomplishment. We know this is only the beginning of many great things ahead.

Congratulations, Cooper! Your Stine Advisors family is cheering you on every step of the way! 💙💛

05/22/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, our Lake Charles and Lafayette offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

We hope you all have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend as we honor and remember those who served.

05/21/2026

Giving someone durable power of attorney is an important step in making sure your end-of-life wishes are fulfilled. But it’s not just an estate planning tool. Accidents can happen and drafting a DPOA can help ensure your affairs are taken care of if you’re ever mentally or physically incapacitated.