Craig Armstrong, Financial Planner, MassMutual Northwest

11/07/2025

Looking to balance growth and income in your retirement? Let’s talk about how a variable annuity could help strengthen your portfolio.

If you wish to pay the bills with your earnings, without invading your principal, you’ll need sufficient savings — and a plan to offset inflation.

11/03/2025

Despite a hawkish Fed and government shutdown, U.S. equity markets closed October with near-record levels driven by strong tech earnings and easing tensions with China. Investors remain cautiously optimistic amid ongoing uncertainty. Learn more with this week's market perspective and reach out with any questions.

11/03/2025

2026 will mark the 158th consecutive year that MassMutual will pay an annual dividend to its eligible participating policyowners, the largest in the company’s history: an estimated payout of $2.9 billion. Learn more:

10/31/2025

Embrace the spirit of Halloween. May your day be filled with all the treats and no tricks!

10/30/2025

As the year comes to a close, it’s a good time to review your investment portfolio and consider strategies that may help minimize tax liabilities. One approach is tax loss harvesting, and there are many others that may make more sense for your portfolio. Let’s work together, along with your tax advisor, to make the most of your investments.

10/30/2025

Last chance to register! I’m inviting you to listen first-hand from Daken Vanderburg, Chief Investment Officer, MassMutual Wealth Management, as he helps make sense of what’s happening — and may be next. Register today! https://bit.ly/434KfOM

10/28/2025

Stocks surged to record levels this week, fueled by easing inflation and robust Q3 earnings. While the government shutdown, upcoming earnings releases, and rising trade tensions may stir short-term volatility, the broader outlook remains constructive. Stay ahead of the curve with this week’s market snapshot.

10/28/2025

Life is full of unexpected twists and turns. But with life insurance, you can rest easier knowing that your loved ones will be taken care of, no matter what the future holds. Contact me to find a life insurance policy that fits your needs and goals.

10/24/2025

See how collaborative planning helps align your strategy with your goals — view the brochure: https://bit.ly/48MAjwW

10/23/2025

Reminder to register! Looking for a deep dive into the economy, inflation, and potential impacts of AI? Join us as Daken Vanderburg, Chief Investment Officer, MassMutual
Wealth Management, gives his insight into what’s happening in today’s market — and may be next. Register today! https://bit.ly/3L2g5Wc

10/22/2025

Check out the latest market update from Daken Vanderburg, Chief Investment Officer of MassMutual Wealth Management. With the government shutdown still in effect, as of today Oct 20th, Daken takes a different approach to zooming out from the world around us. It’s a great read for any investor and a refreshing reminder on perspective.

Sometimes the best thing we can do is take a step back and realize the view we hold may not be perfectly accurate.

10/21/2025

Despite an uptick in volatility, stocks recovered from the previous week’s sell-off, fueled in part by a strong start to Q3 earnings season. Treasury yields fluctuated as investors sought safety, while gold surged and Bitcoin prices continued to slide. Be sure to check out this week's market snapshot for more key takeaways.