3 Questions to Ask About Your Debt
Written by Ryan Ovenden, Wealth Advisor I have a lot of trees on my property, so naturally I decided to purchase a chainsaw. Prior to purchasing, I was fairly cautious about using one. However, after watching several hours’ worth of training videos online (the best place to learn now …
Tax Planning vs. Tax Preparation: The Important Money- Saving Distinction
Written by Casey Franken, CFP, Wealth Advisor Whew. Another tax season is behind us as most individuals have either filed their tax returns or filed for an extension by the new IRS deadline of May 17. Though we’re not accountants, we know how chaotic this time of year can be for people. If …
Concerned About Inflation? Here’s What to Do
Written By: Nik Aamlid My children love escalators. Whereas most parents will bring their kids to the store and be greeted with the question, “Can we buy something?,” our kids ask, “Do they have those sliding stairs?” Despite our repeated efforts not to allow it, they find it particularl …
10 Things the Bible Says About Money
By: Ryan Ovenden, Wealth Advisor It’s no secret that I am a Christian and that my focus in the financial advising sphere has centered around like-minded believers in Jesus Christ. Practically speaking, this mostly stems from my origins with Freedom Financial Counseling, Inc., where I coach …
What the Rise (and Fall) of “Meme” Stocks Means for the Future of Stock Investing
By: Nik Aamlid, Wealth Advisor With the gales of the so-called “meme stock” phenomenon having largely subsided, it’s appropriate to reflect on these recent events and relate them to our own respective situations. Any time there is volatility in the stock market, investors see a hike …