Nearly 1,000 Pages of Tax Law—Here’s What Actually Matters
In his latest blog post, Caleb Brown breaks through the clutter of Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill. What you need to know about all the changes and how they could affect your tax situation.
Chart of the Month – September 2025
It’s easy to get lost in the sheer size of government finances — and what they might mean for you. In Michael's latest blog post, he breaks down some of the complexities.
Women Live Longer – Estate and Housing
Category: Financial Planning » Cashflow
Let's discuss what you need to consider if you become a surviving spouse with a focus on estate considerations.
Inherit $100 and Advance to Go!
Before taking action on your inheritance, here are three things to consider.
Chart of the Month – August 2025
Category: Financial Planning » Estate & Transfer Planning
Many Iowa farms are likely to change hands over the next 20 years. Learn why preparing now can help protect the legacy and livelihood of Iowa’s family farms.
Don’t Get Into A “Rut” with Estate Planning! Three steps for Better Outcomes.
Category: Financial Planning » Estate & Transfer Planning
Check out these three steps to avoid an estate planning “rut” which will help ensure that your wishes are carried out and give your heirs and fiduciaries a better understanding of your intentions.
Estate Planning: A Gift to Your Loved Ones
Category: Financial Planning » Estate & Transfer Planning
An estate plan is a gift to your loved ones. In this blog, Stacie outlines the key documents everyone should have in place—and why they matter.
Chart of the Month – July 2025
Wealth doesn’t just grow—it’s built over time, shaped by good habits, smart choices, and life’s ups and downs. In this blog, we take a closer look at the generations of wealth and why intentional estate planning matters now more than ever.
Confidence Through Conversation: Three Key Questions for Nonprofits, Families, and Women
Category: Financial Planning
There is a common thread running through the key decisions that we make - everyone wants confidence that they're making the right financial decisions with their resources. In this blog, Ashlee shares three key questions she uses to help bridge that confidence gap and spark open, meaningful conversations.
Nearly 1,000 Pages of Tax Law—Here’s What Actually Matters
In his latest blog post, Caleb Brown breaks through the clutter of Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill. What you need to know about all the changes and how they could affect your tax situation.
Chart of the Month – September 2025
It’s easy to get lost in the sheer size of government finances — and what they might mean for you. In Michael's latest blog post, he breaks down some of the complexities.
Women Live Longer – Estate and Housing
Category: Financial Planning » Cashflow
Let's discuss what you need to consider if you become a surviving spouse with a focus on estate considerations.
Inherit $100 and Advance to Go!
Before taking action on your inheritance, here are three things to consider.
Chart of the Month – August 2025
Category: Financial Planning » Estate & Transfer Planning
Many Iowa farms are likely to change hands over the next 20 years. Learn why preparing now can help protect the legacy and livelihood of Iowa’s family farms.
Don’t Get Into A “Rut” with Estate Planning! Three steps for Better Outcomes.
Category: Financial Planning » Estate & Transfer Planning
Check out these three steps to avoid an estate planning “rut” which will help ensure that your wishes are carried out and give your heirs and fiduciaries a better understanding of your intentions.
Estate Planning: A Gift to Your Loved Ones
Category: Financial Planning » Estate & Transfer Planning
An estate plan is a gift to your loved ones. In this blog, Stacie outlines the key documents everyone should have in place—and why they matter.
Chart of the Month – July 2025
Wealth doesn’t just grow—it’s built over time, shaped by good habits, smart choices, and life’s ups and downs. In this blog, we take a closer look at the generations of wealth and why intentional estate planning matters now more than ever.
Confidence Through Conversation: Three Key Questions for Nonprofits, Families, and Women
Category: Financial Planning
There is a common thread running through the key decisions that we make - everyone wants confidence that they're making the right financial decisions with their resources. In this blog, Ashlee shares three key questions she uses to help bridge that confidence gap and spark open, meaningful conversations.
Why the Market’s Volatility Is Different This Time…and The Same. What You Should Expect.
Kent Kramer tackles the question, 'Is it different this time?' by analyzing what’s different and what's the same in market downturns. He discusses historical market declines, the catalysts behind them, and the importance of maintaining long-term optimism despite short-term volatility.
All-Weather Investing: Preparing Your Portfolio for Any Market
Summer travel reminds us that even the best-laid plans can run into unexpected storms. The same is true for investing—your portfolio should be prepared to weather whatever the market forecast brings. Let’s take a look at how to help you stay on course.
Teaching — and Learning from — Our Kids: What Kind of Spender Are You?
As a financial planner and a parent who didn’t grow up with the benefit of family financial literacy, I’m always looking for creative ways to teach my kids about money. Read more to see how a simple family trip revealed three unique spending styles.