Jaime West Financial Advisor CPFA

06/15/2026

There’s 5 phases to changing unhealthy behaviors. Here’s how to do it.

06/08/2026

There’s no shortage of investment analysis for anyone interested. What’s important to understand?

Most stock market analysis falls into three broad groups: Fundamental, technical, and sentimental. Here’s a look at each.

06/08/2026

Markets continued their upward climb in May, supported by strong technology performance, positive economic data, and ongoing diplomatic efforts in the Middle East. The Nasdaq gained 8.36%, the S&P 500 rose 5.15%, and Canada’s S&P/TSX Composite added 2.37%, while investors welcomed better-than-expected job growth and upbeat corporate earnings. With the Fed's next meeting scheduled for June, attention is turning to updated economic projections and what they may signal about the broader economy. From \$24 billion spent on Father's Day to the popularity of dining out and special outings, this month's by-the-numbers highlights how families celebrate the dads in their lives.

Stocks pushed higher in May, fueled by big tech names, positive economic news, and ongoing diplomatic efforts in the Middle East.

06/01/2026

What rate of return would it take to hit your savings goal? Enter your target and timeline, and this calculator will tell you what you'd need to earn.

Work backwards from your savings goal to find the rate of return you'd need to get there.

05/25/2026

Is buying always better than renting? Not necessarily. Run the numbers on both sides to see which option makes more sense for your situation and timeline.

Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.

05/18/2026

The financial risks to consider when evaluating self insurance?

Choosing to bear the financial burden of an adverse event is called self-insuring. Do you know what that entails?

05/11/2026

Did you know you can use more than one type of pension plan as you save for retirement? This can help you capture the benefits of each one.

Which is better: 401(k) or IRA? Maybe it shouldn't be an either/or scenario. Let's explore this retirement savings debate.

05/11/2026

Stocks surged in April, delivering their strongest monthly gains in five years as solid economic data, easing geopolitical tensions, and upbeat first-quarter earnings lifted investor sentiment. The Nasdaq climbed 15.29%, the S&P 500 rose 10.42%, and the Dow gained 7.14%, while Canada’s S&P/TSX Composite added 3.65%. With no Fed meeting in May, attention turns to remarks from Fed officials and how evolving economic data may shape expectations moving forward. From \$34.1 billion in U.S. spending to the popularity of Mother’s Day dining and gifts, this month’s By the Numbers highlights how families celebrate the occasion.

Stocks surged in April, notching their best month in five years as investors cheered upbeat economic news, efforts to lower tensions in the Middle East, and first-quarter results.

05/04/2026

Life evolves constantly, and your legacy approach should too. Marriage, divorce, welcoming a child, health shifts, or legislative changes are all good reasons to revisit whether your current approach still matches your goals.

Review your legacy approach regularly, particularly following significant life events or legislative updates.

04/27/2026

Low car lease payments look great, but do you really save money in the end?

This calculator compares the financial impact of leasing versus buying an automobile.