Financial Planning

How to Choose a Financial Advisor

Managing your finances can be overwhelming, especially if you lead a busy lifestyle or have ambitious financial goals. That’s where a financial advisor’s support can make all the difference. A skilled financial advisor can manage your financial planning and may […]

6 Mistakes to Avoid When Using AI for Financial Advisors

Discover how AI is reshaping financial advising in 2025. Learn key benefits, common mistakes to avoid, and compliant ways to use AI effectively.

Should I Use an AI Financial Advisor? Pros and Cons

As artificial intelligence (AI) advances, it’s quickly reshaping the financial advisory sector. From robo-advisors to AI-powered investment platforms, these tools offer quick, low-cost, and automated guidance. So, how do these tools stack up against traditional, human financial advisors? And is […]

A Long Drive Toward Something I Couldn’t Name

A few weeks ago, I flew down to Waco for my friend’s graduation. From there, I drove to Memphis. Then to Virginia. And eventually, back home to Wayne, PA. Four states. Four cities. A map traced in movement—playlists, quiet highways, […]

Crashing at Mile 20: What a Century Ride Taught Me About Financial Planning

I was 20 miles into a 100-mile race, pacing with a family friend — a Marine — cruising at over 20 mph. Confident. Locked in. Then came a sharp 90-degree turn. I should’ve slowed down. I didn’t. I held speed, […]

Active vs. Passive Investing: Which Approach Fits Your Goals?

Investing enables you to grow your money over time, helping you save up for major milestones and retire more comfortably. While the value of investing is clear, the right approach depends on your unique goals, risk tolerance, and time horizon. […]

Market Volatility: The Greatest Victory is to Conquer Yourself

Market volatility can feel like riding a rollercoaster: thrilling at times, but also nerve-wracking and unpredictable. When faced with sudden drops or unexpected gains, it’s easy to let emotions take control. However, one of the most important lessons in investing […]

The Impact of Trump’s Tariffs: What Investors Need to Know

On Wednesday, April 2nd, President Donald Trump unveiled plans to impose some of the most aggressive tariffs seen since the 1930s. This announcement sent the United States stock market into a state of turmoil. Within two days of the big […]

I Contain Multitudes: The Human Side of Financial Planning

“Do I contradict myself? Very well then I contradict myself, (I am large, I contain multitudes.)” —Walt Whitman, Song of Myself We live in a world that loves clarity. Pick a lane. Make a plan. Stick to it. But real […]