Posts by Michelle Bertram
Don’t Overlook This One Thing in Retirement Planning: Survivor Income
Survivor Income – When planning for retirement, most people focus on one thing—ensuring a steady stream of income once the paychecks stop. That’s a smart move. After all, when you…
Read MoreDo Stocks Always Outperform Other Investments? Let’s Talk About the Full Truth
You’ve probably heard it time and time again: “Stocks (aka the stock market) always outperform other investments.” It’s one of those pieces of traditional financial wisdom that gets passed around…
Read MoreWho’s the Real Beneficiary of Your Hard Work? Estate Planning Mistakes to Avoid in 2025
Estate Planning Mistakes to Avoid in 2025 – When we hear the term beneficiary, most of us instantly think about who’s going to inherit our money or property when we…
Read MoreMarket Update – Selloffs, Tariffs and Trade Oh My
Market Update – Selloffs, Tariffs and Trade – In the past few days, the market has seen some significant shifts, leading to questions, concerns, and even some fear. If…
Read MoreMarket Volatility, Retirement Strategies, and the Power of Purpose-Driven Living
Welcome back to the Dream Retirement Podcast! After a short break, we’re excited to resume our discussions on financial security, retirement planning, and investment strategies. In this post, we’ll cover…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Checklist to Help Navigate Retirement in Volatile Markets
The Ultimate Checklist to Help Navigate Retirement in Volatile Markets Remember When Bouncing Back Was Easy? Think back to when you were a kid. You’d fall off your bike, scrape…
Read MoreWhy the Market is Dropping—And How to Stay on Track
In the world of investing, market corrections are a normal part of the cycle. However, when they happen, they can cause uncertainty and fear among investors. The recent fluctuations in…
Read MoreCreating Multigenerational Wealth: Strategies For Each Generation
Creating Multigenerational Wealth: Strategies For Each Generation – Talking about family wealth and inheritance isn’t the easiest conversation to start. It can be uncomfortable, sensitive, or even something you simply…
Read MoreNavigating Economic Trends: State of the Union Market Update with Guy Riccardi
Navigating Economic Trends: State of the Union Market Update with Guy Riccardi As we reflect on the past year, it’s clear that the markets experienced another strong performance, with broader…
Read MoreQ4 2024 MARKET REPORT
Q4 2024 MARKET REPORT – The fourth quarter of 2024 ended on a high note, with strong market performance and reduced economic uncertainty. Equities rallied, driven by optimism following Donald…
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