The U.S. government looks set to shut down tonight, as policymakers are unable to come to an agreement on funding. This would be the 22nd shutdown since 1976. While some have lasted as short as

Financial advisors regularly see this question come up from individuals and couples who are focused on multigenerational planning: What’s the difference between estate and gift taxes, and how do I make sure Uncle Sam doesn’t

The Fed has restarted its easing strategy to bring short-term rates down. To understand the potential market reactions, we have to determine why the Fed is taking action. Is it a recalibration, or is it

After the most aggressive rate-hiking cycle in four decades, a modest reduction in rates, and a long pause, the Federal Reserve is widely expected to resume cutting interest rates. The natural question is: What does

Retail investors are driving more of today’s market action than ever before. Focus Partners’ Kevin Grogan shares what is behind this trend and what it may mean for long-term investors. The retail investor movement began

There’s a lot to unpack with the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. It is the most sweeping piece of tax legislation since The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. Perhaps the most impactful change

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

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