When markets hit record highs, it’s natural for investors to hesitate. Concerns often arise—have I missed the rally? Are valuations too stretched? Is buying now too risky? Focus Partners’ Jason Blackwell breaks down what history

August is often the last hurrah of summer—pool parties, back-to-school sales, and squeezing in every bit of sunshine. But for the one in six American adults with student debt, fall also brings less-welcome considerations: loan

October 8, 2025 | 12 p.m. CST Is your firm ready for 2026? You don’t have to go into the new year alone. Learn how the team from Focus Partners Advisor Solutions and our practice

Focus Partners’ Kevin Grogan breaks down market concentration, the dominance of the “Magnificent 7,” and why diversification still matters, especially in times of tech-fueled growth. The surge of excitement around artificial intelligence (AI) has helped

Financial advisors often guide clients toward long-term thinking, encouraging them to invest with purpose, plan with foresight, and embrace continuity. Yet, when it comes to their own practices, many fail to apply the same strategic

Teaching your children how to invest is one of the most powerful gifts you can give them. When kids understand that money isn’t just for spending—but can also grow over time—it opens the door to

Focus Partners’ Kevin Grogan looks ahead to the second half of 2025, sharing our latest perspectives on the economy.  After a 0.5% contraction in the first quarter, growth appears to have rebounded, with the Atlanta

Main Takeaway Uncertainty around trade policy continues to weigh on the U.S. economy, with signs of slowing emerging in the second half of the year. Real final private demand (GDP less more volatile components such