Edward Jones-Financial Advisor: Clint Blinka

11/03/2026

Capital gain distributions can catch investors off guard, especially in taxable accounts. As year-end approaches, it's important to understand how these distributions work, potential tax implications and strategies that may help you manage them.

Reach out if you'd like to discuss how these considerations fit into your overall financial plan.

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Capital gain distributions: What to know before year end

10/29/2026

As someone who works closely with families, I know just how deeply caregiving can impact your time, your wellbeing and your vision and plans for your future. Our new Financial Impact of Caregiving Report, highlights what caregivers are experiencing and the support that can make a meaningful difference.

Hear what caregivers are saying: https://bit.ly/4yOHhuy



Source: Edward Jones and Harris Poll, in partnership with Age Wave, 2026.

10/28/2026

We will be hosting Davis Hull with New York Life for their webinar “Social Security - Understanding the Importance of Social Security Claiming Decisions” on November 6th at 11am. Please call our office at 936-597-6207 to register for the event.

10/28/2026

You've spent years building your operation. The next step is ensuring it continues to support your family, your goals and your legacy.

As a financial advisor with the Agriculture Focused Financial Planning™, AFFP®, designation, I've completed additional training to help farm families address the unique financial challenges and opportunities that come with agricultural ownership, from succession and retirement planning to wealth transfer and long-term asset preservation.

Because protecting your legacy means planning for both the next season and the next generation.

10/26/2026

Markets are weighing three key forces right now: elevated oil prices, higher-for-longer interest rates and growing questions around the sustainability of AI-driven investment.

James McCann, Senior Economist, explores how these trends are influencing markets, what's supporting the economic outlook, and what investors should keep in focus in the latest Weekly Market Wrap.

https://bit.ly/4iihwg3

A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

10/23/2026

What would happen if you had to retire sooner than expected?

Many people focus on their target retirement date but spend less time preparing for the possibility of an earlier exit due to a job loss, health issue or family caregiving needs.

If you'd like to explore how your retirement strategy would hold up under an unexpected scenario, let's talk. Planning for the "what-ifs" today can help reduce stress tomorrow.

Concerned about a forced retirement? 4 tips to prepare

10/22/2026

Many of the conversations I'm having with clients right now start in the same way – with the news. Clients see market-driven headlines and ask: "How does this affect me and my life?"

In a recent Bloomberg interview, our Managing Partner Penny Pennington discusses how financial planning can help investors look beyond today's market noise and stay focused on their goals.

Watch the full conversation: https://bit.ly/4eHIBYX

If the headlines have you wondering how all of this affects your financial strategy, let's talk.

10/21/2026

The recently announced 2027 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) may provide added flexibility for some retirees. But understanding how changes to Social Security fit into your overall retirement income strategy is just as important as the increase itself.

If you're thinking about how Social Security, portfolio withdrawals and other income sources work together in retirement, I'm here to help you evaluate your options and create a strategy that aligns with your goals. Click to read more in the article below:

Social Security announces 2027 cost-of-living adjustment for benefits

10/20/2026

The market story is often bigger than the headlines. Our Quarterly Market Outlook looks beyond the headlines and provides Edward Jones’ perspective on the economy, the markets, and what it may mean for your portfolio.

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4hXYrRA

Our investment strategists provide Edward Jones’ perspective on the economy and the markets, and what it may mean for your portfolio.

10/19/2026

Market leadership has shifted in October, with investors rotating from technology and AI-focused stocks toward value-oriented and more defensive sectors amid concerns about rates, debt levels and growth expectations.

Mona Mahajan, Head of Investment Strategy, shares her perspective on what's driving the recent market rotation, why the broader fundamental backdrop remains constructive, and what it could mean for investors in the latest Weekly Market Wrap: https://bit.ly/3VX2Prk