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Risk is an important factor with any sort of investing, but what do you do when that investment is tied to your retirement? Let’s talk it through and see how modern
retirement tools can help strike a balance between acceptable risk and responsible saving.

The Oil Market Canceled the Hormuz Crisis – Even Before the Ceasefire The crisis was averted — not by military action or political maneuvering – but by the natural functioning of the market bringing supply and demand into balance.

Homebuyers Are Watching the Fed—But Oil Prices May Matter More as Mortgage Rates Fall The Fed held rates steady again, but mortgage rates are more closely tied to bond-market signals that can shift when oil prices move.

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Vanguard Reveals Few 401(k) Savers Flinched in a Volatile Year—Here's Why That Pays Off More 401(k) investors are leaving their accounts alone, even when there are major market shifts, partly thanks to the growing use of target-date funds. Record account balances in 2025 resulted from automatic savings increases and strong market returns.

How Much You Need To Retire Comfortably in All 50 States, Based on Your Social Security Check For a one-person household, Social Security can make a big difference in how much savings it takes to retire comfortably.

Whole life insurance can be a smart way to help protect your wealth. Let’s talk about how the guarantees and tax advantages that come with whole life can help protect and grow your assets.

U.S. equities moved higher last week as easing geopolitical tensions and lower energy prices helped steady the market. Fixed income was mixed, with longer-term yields dipping as inflation concerns eased, while strong consumer activity and the Fed’s steady stance remain key themes to watch. Read this week’s market perspective to learn more.

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How a Free Cookie Became This Hotel Brand’s Most Valuable Asset DoubleTree's 700-plus hotels hand out more than 20 million chocolate chip cookies a year. The cookie has even been baked in space.

As your business grows, your benefits strategy should too. What you offer and how you communicate key information to your employees will change based on your headcount. I can help you understand your options. Let's talk.