Jason Meyer-Northwestern Mutual

04/30/2022

More people want to grow wealth in a way that positively impacts the environment and society, but they aren’t sure how — we can help you get started. 🌎

Growing wealth in a way that positively impacts the environment and society is increasingly important to investors but getting started can be a challenge. Here’s how to get over the hump.

04/29/2022

To be sure, this is a tricky family conversation. But if this is a concern for you, there are planning techniques available to accomplish the goal.

Trying to think of ways to leave money to your kids but not their spouses? Here’s how to minimize a spouse's access to an inheritance.

04/28/2022

Here are some of the key provisions that could impact your retirement planning. As always, please reach out if you’d like to discuss your plan.

The SECURE Act 2.0 aims to help people save more for retirement. Here’s what you need to know about how the provisions may affect you.

04/27/2022

The market’s current turmoil masks the economy’s underlying strength, says Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte in this week’s Market Commentary.

As the market uneasily adjusts to higher inflation, looming Fed rate hikes and geopolitical tensions, the economy continues to barrel along — somewhat more slowly, but not at a pace signaling recession.

04/26/2022

Here’s great financial advice from our CEO John Schlifske: “Stay focused on the long-term, no matter what is happening all around us.” He shares more in this extensive Fortune interview.

CEO John Schlifske says "recession is a long way off."

04/26/2022

“Whether we’ll get a soft landing is the wrong question to ask. The question is: which side is The Fed going to err on during the bumpy landing? Are they going to err on the side of causing a recession or are they going to err on the side of actually getting inflation to roll over without crossing that line?” – Hear more from our Chief Investment Officer, Brent Schutte, on CNBC Squawk on the Street!

Brent Schutte, Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management CIO, and Katerina Simonetti, Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Management, join 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss Bostic's recent comments on 'Closing Bell', how earnings will dictate investor positioning and how Schutte is advising investor positioni...

04/22/2022

The plans we build for clients are designed to help manage risk — so you can worry less on the path to achieving your financial goals.

Growing wealth with investments requires properly balancing risk and reward for your situation. Here are several common investing risks to consider.

04/21/2022

Congratulations to my over 100 Northwestern Mutual colleagues named to the 2022 Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors list. Their dedication and passion for putting clients first has catapulted them to the top of the industry. See the Forbes article here: bit.ly/3KxzRnn

04/20/2022

401(k)s are a great way to save for retirement. But if you haven’t maxed out your contribution, should you save more?

401(k)s are a great way to save for retirement. But if you haven’t maxed out your contribution, should you save more?

04/19/2022

Despite the headlines, core inflation may have reached a peak, says Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte in this week’s Market Commentary.

Slipping a bit last week, markets appear to be in a holding pattern awaiting more clarity on the direction of inflation and how the Federal Reserve will respond through its monetary policy actions.

04/19/2022

Inverted yield curves tend to precede recessions. But our experts show how there’s a little more nuance when you really study the numbers.

What does the recent yield curve inversion mean for the markets and the economy? Here’s what you should know about an inverted yield curve.

04/15/2022

It’s natural to get a little anxious during times like these, but a look at the facts may ease your mind. There have been only 24 market corrections since 1950, and the S&P 500 has grown in value after every single one. Read this Forbes article by our Chief Investment Strategist Brent Schutte to learn more. https://bit.ly/3NS0zZV
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