Sean Collier

08/19/2021

If you’re considering buying a new home, let’s talk about how this fits into your financial plan.

If you’re looking to buy a home in a seller’s market, you’ll need to make your offer stand out. Here are 6 homebuying mistakes to avoid in a seller’s market.

07/30/2021

Northwestern Mutual has received another AA+ from S&P Global Ratings and AAA from Fitch Ratings, the highest financial strength ratings available to U.S. life insurers from both of these major agencies. These ratings – the result of an intensive review of the company’s finances, exclusive distribution system, product value, market position and brand – confirm that Northwestern Mutual continues its long track record of unquestionable financial strength. Learn more about our commitment to financial strength here:

We have the highest financial strength ratings awarded to any life insurer by all four of the major rating agencies. Find out more about our commitment to financial strength.

07/15/2021

The markets may see some volatility this week, as a number of reports are due out. See what Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Strategist Brent Schutte is watching in this week’s Market Commentary.

A data-heavy week could fuel market volatility in the coming days. See our take in Northwestern Mutual Market Commentary for the week of July 12, 2021.

06/28/2021

Whole life insurance not only protects your loved ones—it builds cash value for you. That means it can help with a down payment, college for your kids, and retirement savings. Let’s talk about how it fits into your financial plan.

04/27/2021

Get Chief Investment Strategist Brent Schutte’s take in our Weekly Market Commentary.

The U.S. economic recovery is broad and strong, but investors could still face hurdles in the form of inflation and taxes. Here's Northwestern Mutual's Market Commentary for the week of April 26, 2021.

04/16/2021

First-quarter 2021 led to a broadening and strengthening U.S. and global economy. Our Chief Investment Strategist Brent Schutte shares what you need to know.

As the economic recovery broadens and America appears poised for some of the strongest growth in a generation, the conversation around accommodative fiscal and monetary policy may be changing. We break down our outlook in Northwestern Mutual’s Quarterly Market Commentary.

04/15/2021

Is buying a home on your radar? Let’s discuss how to make that dream come true.

In today’s competitive housing market, every little thing a homebuyer can do to sweeten an offer helps. Here are 5 things you can do to win a bidding war.

04/13/2021

In this week’s Market Commentary, Northwestern Mutual Chief Investment Strategist Brent Schutte gives his take on the latest data, which shows a strengthening economy but also reveals inflationary pressure.

As the U.S. emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic, economic and investment discussions may begin shifting. Here's Northwestern Mutual's Market Commentary for the week of April 11, 2021.

04/01/2021

Northwestern Mutual clients started Beloved Bath to provide meaningful employment for people with , building a business not only to protect their families, but their employees with autism, too—with a solid financial plan at the heart of it. If you have a family member with special needs, or know someone who does, we may be able to help.

03/29/2021

Whatever stage of life you’re in, I can help create a financial plan for your specific needs. Let’s talk about why it’s key right now to have financial protection for your loved ones, and how to make it happen.

03/19/2021

Data point to the potential that we’ll be paying higher prices for things in the future, but for now it appears manageable. See what Chief Investment Strategist Brent Schutte is saying in this week’s Market Commentary.

Progress continues to be made with COVID-19, one year after its emergence. The government is stimulating economic growth, as markets are keeping an eye on inflation. Here's Northwestern Mutual's Market Commentary for the week of March 15, 2021.

08/10/2018

A lot changed this year, here's how it might affect what you owe.

Lower tax brackets mean most people will see a tax cut, but in some cases, your taxes could go up. Here’s what you can do.