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When market volatility occurs, it’s completely natural to feel anxious about your finances. This is an uncomfortable time for all investors, seasoned and new.   It’s important to remember that market volatility is nothing new. If you’re working with a financial advisor, your financial plan …

Get ready to tackle 2026 with this month-by-month financial task list. We’ve also included important dates so you won’t miss key deadlines. Download the checklist today to get started.  

The last few weeks of the year can offer some final opportunities to shape your tax outlook—not just for this year, but for years to come. December shouldn’t be a scramble—it should be intentional. This is the moment you can align your financial picture with year-end deadlines, market condi …

Tax planning can be key to helping you achieve your financial goals. But it can’t happen in isolation. I believe the smartest approach is to align your tax strategy with your overall financial objectives—whether you’re aiming for early retirement, building a legacy for your fami …

Tax laws can feel like a moving target, with new rules and changes popping up all the time. One topic getting a lot of attention is the 0% capital gains rate, especially with recent discussions in Congress. You might be wondering what this tax break is and how you can use it to your advanta …

Most people measure investment success by beating the S&P 500 or accumulating a magic retirement number they’ve heard about. But here’s what Kevin Engbers, CFP®, CEPA®, Wealth Advisor, CEO & Founder at Pinnacle Wealth, wants you to know: “Markets and milestones don …

Most people approaching retirement focus on one big question: “Do I have enough saved?” While that million-dollar nest egg might look impressive on paper, Luke LaRock, NSSA®,  Associate Wealth Advisor at Pinnacle Wealth, warns that the real challenge is understanding what that m …

Early retirement has become more than just a distant dream. From social media influencers sharing their FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) journeys to colleagues discussing work-life balance, the conversation about stepping away from traditional career paths is everywhere. But what …

Have you given much thought to your strategy for Social Security benefits? It’s good to have a plan in place to help you make the most of this program. But you may have questions.

Just because we express a desire to do something, doesn’t mean we’ll do it. Insurance is a great example of this. A recent study on life insurance statistics showed that 42% of Americans report feeling that they need more life insurance coverage.* At the same time, the percentage of familie …