Tiger Investment Services LLC

08/31/2026

Do you know how Social Security survivor benefits work?

If a spouse passes away, the surviving spouse may be eligible to receive their spouse’s benefit instead of their own, whichever is higher, starting as early as age 60 (or earlier in certain cases).

It's a detail that's easy to overlook, but it can make a meaningful difference in a surviving spouse's retirement income.

08/28/2026

A simple reminder.

08/27/2026

A well-rounded estate plan is more than just a will. Here are some of the essential documents to be aware of:

• Will – A straightforward document that outlines how your assets are distributed after death
• Power of Attorney – Allows someone to make financial decisions on your behalf
• Healthcare Directive – Communicates your medical wishes
• Trust (if applicable) – A more flexible arrangement that allows you to manage assets while you’re still living

Taking time to understand and maintain these pieces can help reduce stress for your loved ones and keep your wishes front and center.

If you’d like help reviewing your current documents, consider scheduling a review.

08/26/2026

If selling or transitioning your business is somewhere on the horizon, there are a few things worth doing before a buyer ever enters the conversation.

1. Get a Business Valuation: You can't plan around a number you don't have. A professional valuation gives you a realistic picture of what your business is worth today and what might need to change to get it where you want it to be.

2. Clean Up Your Financials: Buyers and successors will scrutinize your books. Accurate, organized financial records not only make the process smoother, they signal that the business is well run.

3. Plan for the Proceeds: Tax implications, retirement income needs, and estate planning considerations should all be part of the conversation.

Even if succession is years away, it's not too early to start. Reach out if you'd like to talk through where to begin.

08/25/2026

Myth: paying your bill on time is all that matters for your credit score.

Fact: on-time payments are important, but they're only part of the picture.

Your credit utilization ratio, which is the percentage of your available credit that you're currently using, plays a big role too. If you have a $10,000 credit limit and a $3,000 balance, your utilization is 30%.

Most experts recommend keeping it below 30%, and lower is generally better. Paying down balances, avoiding maxing out cards, and asking for a credit limit increase are all ways to improve it without opening new accounts.

08/24/2026

Market ups and downs can make investing feel intimidating. That's where a strategy called dollar-cost averaging comes in.

Dollar-cost averaging means investing a fixed amount of money on a regular schedule, regardless of whether the market is up or down. Instead of trying to guess the "perfect" time to invest, you consistently put money to work over time.

When prices are higher, your money buys fewer shares. When prices are lower, it buys more. Over time, this can help smooth out the impact of market fluctuations and remove some of the emotion from investing.

Have questions about how dollar-cost averaging fits into a long-term investment strategy? We're happy to help.

Disclosure: Investing regular amounts steadily over time (dollar-cost averaging) may lower your average per-share cost. Periodic investment programs cannot guarantee profit or protect against loss in a declining market. Dollar-cost averaging is a long-term strategy involving continuous investing, regardless of fluctuating price levels, and, as a result, you should consider your financial ability to continue to invest during periods of fluctuating price levels.

08/21/2026

Most parents have someone in mind when they think about who would raise their kids or manage money on their behalf if something happened. What a lot of people don't realize is that without a will, those choices aren't guaranteed to play out the way they'd want.

Naming a guardian and putting a plan in place is one of the most straightforward things you can do for your family's peace of mind. If you've been putting it off, we're happy to help you get started.

08/20/2026

For business owners, estate planning goes beyond personal assets. It includes the future of everything you’ve built.

A thoughtful estate plan can help:
• Ensure a smooth ownership transition
• Protect your business’s value
• Provide clarity for family, partners, and key employees

Without a plan in place, even a successful business can face unnecessary challenges during a transition.

If you haven’t reviewed how your business fits into your estate plan, now may be a good time to take a closer look.

08/19/2026

Retirement plans are essential for small businesses. This article highlights their impact on employee retention and competitiveness.

Retirement benefits are becoming an expected part of the employee experience, even at smaller companies.

08/18/2026

Everyone's got their version of "worth every penny" and "I'll never pay full price for that." What's yours? Tell us one thing you'll always splurge on and one thing you'll always find a way to save on. 👇