Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Andrew J. Smith, AAMS

10/31/2026

Trick or treat! Wishing everyone a safe and spooktacular Halloween.

10/30/2026

The first $100,000 is often the hardest milestone to reach — and the most rewarding.

Early on, progress can feel slow, especially when you're balancing family, work and other financial priorities. But once your portfolio grows, investment returns can begin doing more of the heavy lifting.

If you're working toward your first $100,000, stay focused on the habits that matter most: investing consistently, staying diversified and remaining committed through market ups and downs. Those habits can make all the difference over time.

Your first $100,000: why it matters most

10/28/2026

Cybersecurity Awareness Month may be ending, but protecting your financial information is important all year long. That's why I'm proud to share that Edward Jones offers eligible U.S. clients complimentary access to Carefull®, a service designed to help monitor financial activity, identify potential warning signs and provide alerts that can help detect fraud before it happens.

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10/27/2026

Stay up to date with the latest developments, trends and daily insights on the market.

Stay up to date with latest developments, trends, and daily insights on the market. Get a comprehensive look at market movements, international updates, economic indicators, and our expert's analysis.

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/48gHxYx

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

I enjoyed reading this recent Kiplinger article featuring our Head of Wealth Management and Field Management, David Chubak. One point that stood out to me is how many families are balancing long-term goals with desire to support loved ones today.

It’s something that often comes up in conversations with clients, whether it’s helping adult children with housing expenses, student debt or other financial challenges. As David notes, "The reality is we live in an age of financial uncertainty and anxiety like no other." Having open conversations and a thoughtful plan can help families navigate those decisions with greater confidence.

Read the article here: https://bit.ly/4zMIUda

What financial lesson or value do you hope to pass along to the next generation?

Passing down the wealth you've built over a lifetime, with wisdom and grace, is good. Passing on your values along with the money? Even better.

10/20/2026

Do you know about income-related monthly adjustment amount (IRMAA) thresholds? The surcharges on your Medicare premiums could come as a surprise and be significant. Connect with me to discuss strategies to avoid exceeding the next income threshold, which could trigger an extra charge.

4 times IRMAA could have you overpaying for Medicare

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/4zGld6g

10/16/2026

Running a business is about more than revenue. It’s about purpose, resilience, and investing in something you believe in.

When your everyday business spending and long-term goals are viewed together, you get clearer perspective on what growth really looks like.

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