Calvin Goetz Selected to Join Forbes Finance Council
Calvin Goetz, founder of Strategy Financial Group and author of “Climbing the Retirement Mountain,” was recently accepted into the Forbes Finance Council, an exclusive, invitation-only community for the nation’s top executives in financial planning, wealth and asset management, investment, and accounting firms. “To be recognized by an organization of Forbes caliber is truly humbling,” said…
Read MoreStop Procrastinating: 5 Financial Resolutions You Can Start Right Now
Did you achieve your financial goals in 2018? If not, keep reading. To achieve financial fitness this year, set strong financial resolutions that will help you get your money situation on track. While making your list of resolutions is pretty simple, sticking to your plan and achieving your goals is easier said than done. Whether…
Read More7 End-of-Year Financial Planning Tips
The end of the year is quickly closing in, and there is no better time than now to take inventory of your financial situation. Evaluating, budgeting, and planning your finances is not a static activity, but rather endeavors that need attention on a regular basis in order to be successful. With a new year about…
Read MoreTop 5 Apps to Save You Money
The smartphone has become the one-stop-shop when it comes to consumer demands. It feels like there is an app for almost everything. With the influx of unique and intuitive apps, there is no better time in history to take advantage of finance-related technology. We’ve rounded up our favorite apps to help calculate budgets, curb overspending…
Read MoreMarket Commentary Q3 2018
Read our Q3 2018 market commentary for a market performance review of the third quarter of 2018 and to learn about our approach to investing in the current market landscape. Click here to read our Quarterly Commentary Q3 2018. To schedule a call with one of our advisors, contact us to request an appointment.
Read More3 Reasons Why Robots Won’t Replace Financial Advisors
Robo-advisors have been heralded as the “future of investing” by their fans, but can computer algorithms really replace human financial advisors? Robo-advisors are less expensive than traditional advisors—but their low, up-front price comes with a loss in quality. Robo-advisors lack an irreplaceable human element, which prevents them from providing the essential qualities and services characteristic…
Read MoreRetirement Savings Tips: From Your 20s to Your 60s
Financial planning is a lifelong endeavor, but people often seek out investment advice that doesn’t fit their current stage in life. When it comes to saving for retirement, most Americans invest and manage those savings for six decades or longer. It’s important to consider how your resources and risk tolerance change as you move though…
Read MoreThere’s More to Retirement than Just Numbers
Have you considered the emotional aspects of retirement and how to plan wisely? In today’s world, people are working well past the age of 65 before retiring. Some people who are in good health may not be ready to retire just yet because they like what they do, want to keep busy, or need the…
Read MoreMarket Commentary Q2 2018
Our latest market commentary includes our review of market performance during the second quarter of 2018. Click here to read our Quarterly Commentary: Q2 2018. To schedule a call with one of our advisors, contact us to request an appointment.
Read MoreTop 5 Biases that Impact Investment Decisions
As financial advisors, we use facts and logic to guide our clients through investment decisions, rather than emotion. Even the most perceptive investors, armed with years of market experience, can fall prey to mental biases that lead to poor investment decisions. While it’s impossible to completely eliminate mental biases, we help our clients identify and…
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