Every new year brings the opportunity to set financial goals, but many resolutions fizzle out before February. Whether your priority is saving more, paying down debt, or investing for the future, creating a realistic plan and adopting consistent habits is the key to long-term success. Start With Clear, Achievable Goals The most effective financial resolutions are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) . Instead of a vague goal like “save more money

As we step into 2026, it's essential to understand the economic forces shaping the investment landscape. While the future remains uncertain, current projections offer valuable insights for investors seeking to align their strategies with anticipated economic trends. Economic Growth: A Modest Expansion Global growth  is projected at 3.1%  in 2026, slightly up from 3.0% in 2025. This modest increase reflects a combination of factors, including easing trade tensions and improved

What is it? You and your spouse have recently divorced or are planning to divorce. Either one of you may have life insurance policies in effect, and you probably have questions about your new and continuing needs for life insurance. You may be wondering if you still need to have life insurance coverage at all. More likely, you're wondering whether you will need additional insurance to protect your alimony or child support payments. While married, you purchased life insurance

As a partner or co-owner (private shareholder) of a business, you've spent years building a valuable financial interest in your company. You may have considered setting up a buy-sell agreement to ensure your surviving family a smooth sale of your business interest and are looking into funding methods. One of the first methods you should consider is life insurance. The life insurance that funds your buy-sell agreement will create a sum of money at your death that will be used