The U.S. central bank is an incredibly powerful institution that can exert influence on essentially any U.S. dollar-denominated asset. However, we believe the Fed is also widely misunderstood.

Diversifying your income sources prior to retirement can impact your overall lifetime tax bill.

Wisdom compares life to a journey – it’s also apt for retirement. Retirement is more like a decades-long odyssey around the world than a summer spent learning to sail. Careful planning tantamount to living comfortably and not running out of money.

Charitable giving and other monetary gifting approaches can be powerful and effective ways to leave your financial legacy. Each strategy has its own advantages and benefits.

Turbulent markets often lead people to worry about their financial security, so it’s important to gut-check your emotions and remain calm and disciplined in your approach to investing.