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
The next decade in business won’t look anything like the last. The rules are changing. Fast. What used to work — predictable growth, simple systems, even traditional marketing — is becoming outdated. We’re entering a time where adaptability, speed, and clarity matter more than size or legacy. After listening to
You’d be surprised how fast your financial life can change when you have a clear plan—and the right team behind you. Just ask John. We first met John on February 4th. At that time, he was feeling stuck. Not broke. Not reckless. Just… overwhelmed. Despite having a liquid net worth
James built and sold a company for eight figures. He didn’t inherit wealth. He created it—through grit, risk, long hours, and an unwavering belief in what he was building. Today, James is worth over $10 million. But here’s the twist: You’d never know it. He doesn’t drive the nicest truck
DOWNLOAD THE PDF Each Quarterly Newsletter we strive to focus on commenting on the previous quarter. However, after what has transpired the past 10 days in April it feels more pertinent to discuss what is going on right now, mixed in with some of what we saw during the first
The first quarter of 2025 started off on a positive note, with most major markets posting gains. Leading the way were International Developed Stocks, up 6.20%, followed by Emerging Market Stocks at 2.93%, the U.S. Bond Market at 2.78%, and Global Real Estate at 1.37%. On the downside, the Global
The stock market is expected to be down another 2% today. Do these 4 things before you decide to buy or sell. I’m sure you’ve heard “Buy the dip” a million times in the past 5 years. As a wealth advisor, I know I have! Investors have become increasingly smart
Early in my career as a financial advisor, clients would often ask me:“What number do I need to retire?” They believed that hitting a certain financial milestone was the key to freedom. And for a long time, I believed it too. I’d run the calculations, project the returns, and set
Why Converting Your Home into a Rental May Be a Bad Idea: Many homeowners, when moving out of their primary residence, consider turning it into a rental property instead of selling it. On the surface, this may seem like a great idea, especially in high-appreciation markets. However, there are several
As a business owner, you’ve worked hard to build your wealth. When it’s time to plan for the future, one question many of my clients ask is: “Can I charge my estate planning fees to my business?” It’s a smart question. After all, why not have your business cover these