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What Higher Oil Prices Mean for Consumers and Markets
What Higher Oil Prices Mean for Consumers and Markets
21 Sep 2023
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In our recent mid-year outlook, we discussed a key driver of global markets and inflation over the past two years has been the price of oil. As an important commodity that fuels the economy, investors […]
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Bridging the Wealth Gap: How to Prepare Your Heirs for Multigenerational Wealth
Bridging the Wealth Gap: How to Prepare Your Heirs for Multigenerational Wealth
24 Aug 2023
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Introduction If you are struggling with the idea of your heirs being financially savvy enough to step into your shoes one day, this blog post is for you.  As the family patriarch or matriarch, it […]
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Retirement: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
Retirement: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
8 Aug 2023
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Retirement is often thought of as the reward at the end of a long and fulfilling career. It’s the time when you can relax and enjoy the fruits of your labor. But the reality is […]
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What the Recent U.S. Downgrade Means for Investors
What the Recent U.S. Downgrade Means for Investors
7 Aug 2023
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On August 1, Fitch, a credit ratings agency, downgraded the U.S. debt from AAA (the highest rating) to AA+. Fitch had warned of a possible downgrade during the debt ceiling crisis earlier this year and […]
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2023 TRS Annuitants – Recent Legislature Update
2023 TRS Annuitants – Recent Legislature Update
13 Jul 2023
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During the 2023 Texas state legislative session, bills were approved that provide two enhancements for retired Texas educators. If you are a retired teacher, administrator, or other Texas state education employee who receives a TRS […]
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How Artificial Intelligence, Tech, and Productivity Impact Portfolios
How Artificial Intelligence, Tech, and Productivity Impact Portfolios
The world has been abuzz over artificial intelligence and the possible benefits and threats. These range from the practical such as better tools for knowledge workers and ways for students to avoid writing papers, to […]
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What To Do With Your Old 401(k)
What To Do With Your Old 401(k)
5 Jul 2023
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Here is a common question we get: “I don’t work for my old employer anymore. What can I do with my old 401(k)?”  There are four basic options in answer to that question: you can […]
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Is It Better To Consolidate My Investments?
Is It Better To Consolidate My Investments?
People often ask our team what the benefits of consolidating investment accounts are, if it is better, and when might be the best time to do so. Each of these are excellent questions that depends […]
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Investment Markets: 101 – A Crash Course to Keep You on Track
Investment Markets: 101 – A Crash Course to Keep You on Track
No, don’t worry, there won’t be an exam at the end of this course. But you will have the knowledge to keep up with your friends the next time happy hour turns into an episode […]
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