Charles Schwab Independent Branch- Merrillville

04/01/2021

Walking increases creativity? Hmmm. Don't like to walk? Consider rescuing a dog. Then you can have more creativity and unconditional love in your life. Who couldn't use that?

Breaking up your day by going outside can boost your mood, brainpower, and creativity.

03/30/2021

The Easter Bunny may be coming to town, but what's really been hopping up and down is the stock market. Jeffrey Kleintop explains why the market jitters may be premature.

Not likely a bear market, but it may feel less like last year’s charging bull market. Perhaps a “bunny” market, with the stock market hopping up and down.

03/28/2021

Time is one of the few things money cannot buy more of. For those of us that have a hard time just saying "NO", these strategies may be of some help.

Five strategies to help you stop overloading your workday.

03/17/2021

Happy St. Paddy’s Day!!! We always feel lucky for the opportunity to help our awesome clients. And today we feel extra lucky decked out in green 🍀🍀🍀 Who’s ready for corned beef and cabbage???🥳

02/03/2021

What item do you think Indiana orders the most of??
A. Waffle Fries
B. Wings
C. Salad
(See article for the answer.)
IF this list was based on our office orders, it'd be a nice burrito bowl!!!

Food delivery apps are growing in popularity because of the stay-at-home orders across the nation. One reason is because people are ordering more from local restaurants, trying to support small businesses affected by public health orders.

01/31/2021

Looking to become more tax-aware?? Check out this easy-to-understand video about saving taxes on retirement withdrawals!

Learn about two different withdrawal strategies that can be used to efficiently manage your taxes in retirement.

01/26/2021

This lady is funny! This is an article from 2020 but still relevant. I now have permission to play the music louder and dance more (sorry for that mental image).😂
-Wayne G. Brumm

My mother has long observed that I “think too much.” A friend once said that I can suck the joy out of any experience. My husband occasionally recalls “vacation Dolly” like she was a carefree stranger we once met far from home. None of them are wrong.

01/24/2021

Wow🤩🌌✨ Absolutely stunning pictures! Adding Finland to my bucket list of places to visit. ☑️ What are some of your "Must See" destinations??

-Wayne G. Brumm

Photographer Tiina Törmänen captures Finnish Lapland's sparkling, snowy landscapes lit by starry skies and the spectacular Northern Lights

01/21/2021

Who needs some calming tips and reminders to get through this winter season?? 🙋‍♂️😅 (We do!!!)

Mental toughness is so important, and good resources to help achieve that strength are limited. I found this to be a great article that touches on how to remain resilient even in the toughest times!

-Wayne G. Brumm

RescueTime’s research uncovered practices that you can take into 2021 that will help you rebuild your focus, develop mental resilience, and find a sense of calm in an otherwise stormy world.

12/31/2020

Welcome to the Charles Schwab Merrillville page!😊 Thanks for stopping by. At our office, we have a New Year’s resolution- to be more involved with our community. This year has shown us how much our connections, relationships, and communities matter. We see your struggles and tribulations throughout 2020, and hope to bring you some smiles, knowledge, and inspiration in the new year. Here’s to a fresh start and “Own(ing) Your Tomorrow”🎉

Your Local Schwab Team,
Wayne, Becky, Taylor, and Maddie