Love him or hate him, Morgan Wallen is a beast of an artist. He just dropped a 37 track album 🤯. In 2021 he dropped a 30 track album, titled Dangerous, and I thought he was crazy. Then in 2023 he dropped a 36 track album, One Thing at a Time. And now he followed that up 2 years later with 37 tracks. That means in the last 5 years
Young professionals have one major advantage in building wealth: time. Starting to invest early creates long-term momentum. It gives investments the chance to grow steadily before major life expenses begin to compete for attention. Cash sitting in a checking account loses value. Investments, when managed wisely, have the potential to compound. This effect becomes more powerful the longer the money stays invested. Starting small, with consistent contributions, can lead to
I’ve spent 13 years as a financial advisor, and I’ve seen how proper planning is the foundation of a solid retirement plan. I believe there are 7 accounts you need for a successful retirement. Here’s what most people don’t know about them👇 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻tThis is your income hub. It’s where Social Security, pension, or RMDs land, and where your bills get paid. Simple, but essential. 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗬𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀Every retiree needs a
I surprised a client the other day when we gave him some thoughts on his taxes. I’m not a CPA or EA and don’t claim to be, but as a CFP, I’ve learned a thing or two about taxes and I enjoy sharing what I know. After giving him our thoughts on how he can mitigate the thousands of dollars he paid in penalties and interest for his 2024 tax
If it costs less than $500 to replace, please do not buy insurance on it. I know that sounds strange coming from a financial advisor but hear me out.. Insurance is there to protect you from risks you cannot afford to take on yourself, not the ones you can. Yet every day, people everywhere pay extra to insure: • Phones • Headphones • Coffee makers • Even $200 plane tickets It feels like
My name is Griffin Eberly, I am currently a student at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, and I am an intern at Mills Wealth Advisors for the summer. Managing money in college is hard. Most students are working part time, living on student loans, or relying on help from family. I wanted to avoid making the same mistakes I saw other people make. So I started learning. What I
Planning for retirement isn’t just about saving money — it’s about knowing how much you need to retire comfortably. That “how much” is often referred to as your retirement number — the amount of money you’ll need saved to maintain your lifestyle once you stop working. But do you know what yours is? Why Your Retirement Number Matters Having a retirement number gives you a clear target. Without it, it’s
Fifteen years ago, I had a different plan. I thought I was going to be an attorney. Specifically, an estate planning attorney like my great uncle. The one my grandfather said I looked just like. That stuck with me. I had the grades. I was studying finance. I played college baseball. I had about 90 percent of what I needed to get into law school. The only thing I lacked
Using your phone number for third-party verification can enhance security, but it also exposes you to potential fraud. Cybercriminals use tactics such as SIM swapping, phishing, and social engineering to gain access to your accounts. Here are key strategies to protect yourself: Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) Securely Protect Your Phone Number from Unauthorized Access Guard Against SIM Swapping Attacks Watch Out for Phishing and Social Engineering Scams Use Strong Account
For years, the idea of saving $1 million for retirement has been seen as the gold standard — a symbol of financial security and success. But in today’s world of rising costs, longer life expectancies, and evolving lifestyle expectations, many are left wondering: is $1 million really enough to retire comfortably? The short answer? It depends. Factors That Affect How Far $1 Million Will Go 1. Your Lifestyle ExpectationsAre you