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The Great Resignation
By Ben S. Lies, MBA, RSSA

The Great Resignation: Why More Americans Are Retiring Now Than Ever

They’re calling it the Great Resignation. This unprecedented phenomenon is observing numerous Americans leave their jobs—some for greener pastures, others for extended periods, and still others, especially older Americans, for retirement. While endless column inches on this matter have been published, one of the big questions is why it’s happening here and now. The most […]

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The word "estate" in large green font with the word "strategy" under it in small green font.
By Ben S. Lies, MBA, RSSA

Why You Need an Estate Strategy [Infographic]

An estate strategy can be a very personal set of decisions, but it is far more than just how we want our money to be passed to our heirs. In the detailed infographic below you will find an outline of the basic components of a proper estate strategy that will not only get your money […]

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strategic diversification
By Ben S. Lies, MBA, RSSA

Understanding Strategic Diversification

When you created your investment strategy, your asset allocation reflected your goals, time horizon and tolerance for volatility. Over time, however, any of these three factors, or others, may have changed, and your portfolio may need adjustments to reflect your new investing priorities. You may also need to re-evaluate the effectiveness of your risk mitigation […]

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Inflation affecting personal savings
By Ben S. Lies, MBA, RSSA

Inflation Creeping into Personal Finances

Inflation creep is in full effect and it is starting to have an impact on our budgets and personal financial situations. If you have a balance on a credit card or an adjustable rate mortgage, you might be noticing changes in your payments. Higher interest rates are starting to ripple through the personal finance landscape, […]

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