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By Paul Roldan, CFP® Are you balancing college costs, aging parents, business responsibilities, and your own retirement planning—all at the same time? For many families, this reality makes a financial checklist to start the new year especially valuable as a practical...
by | | Components of Financial Freedom, Financial Planning, Tax Planning, Uncategorized
Imagine owning a diversified portfolio that tracks the broader market while simultaneously working to reduce your tax burden year after year. That is the essence of direct indexing. It is not about chasing performance or attempting to outsmart the market. It is about...
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By Paul Roldan, CFP® At the time of writing this article, most tax strategies for the previous year are already behind us, but that’s exactly why now is the right moment to start this conversation. Thoughtful tax planning works best when it begins early, allowing you...
by | | Allgen, Financial Planning, Market Commentary, Market Updates, YouTube Videos
Read through the blog here, or skip to our Q1 2026 Market Update Video below Key Takeaways 2025 delivered strong returns with gold up 64%, international stocks up 30%, U.S. large cap stocks up 18%, U.S. small cap stocks up 8%, and bonds up 7%. U.S. stock valuations...
by | | Allgen, Financial Planning, Market Commentary, Market Updates, YouTube Videos
Read through the blog here, or skip to our Q4 2025 Market Update Video below Key Takeaways Markets broadly strengthened in 2025 despite high valuations and global uncertainty. Equities, bonds, and commodities all posted strong gains through mid-October. International...
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Starting or running a small business comes with excitement as well as a lot of financial responsibility. Many entrepreneurs underestimate what it takes to build a strong financial foundation, both personally and for their business. To help business owners avoid common...
