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02/26/2026

Building wealth is an incredible achievement but preserving it for future generations requires intentional habits. Without structure and foresight, decades of effort can erode quickly due to market risks, taxes, or family conflict.Here...

02/25/2026

Building wealth is less about a single big win and more about consistent small choices that compound over time. Good financial habits can act like an “autopilot” system. Here are six money habits worth putting into practice this year.

Discover practical habits to help you save more, spend wisely, and build lasting wealth for the future.

02/23/2026

Between tariff headlines, rising geopolitical tensions, and a disappointing GDP report, it’s easy to assume the economic outlook is deteriorating. But the full picture tells a more constructive story. In this week’s , CIO Gene Goldman breaks down what the latest tariff developments really mean, why slowing growth isn’t the same as recession, and why key indicators point to a stronger than expected economy ahead.

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02/23/2026

It’s possible to avoid these classic retirement traps, with a little preparation.

Beware of these traps that could upend your retirement.

02/20/2026

The Supreme Court’s decision to strike down most global tariffs has added a new layer of uncertainty for investors — from potential shifts in future trade actions to the question of whether previously collected duties could be refunded. The Cetera Investment Management Team's latest commentary breaks down what the ruling means for markets, why bond investors may feel the biggest impact, and how tariff driven volatility could create opportunities for long term investors.

The Supreme Court’s decision to strike down most global tariffs was widely expected, but it still introduces new uncertainties for investors. Key questions remain around future trade actions and whether previously collected duties could be refunded—an outcome that may affect corporate earnings, ...

02/20/2026

Start building your child's financial future today with these key points to know about Roth IRAs.

Learn about the benefits and requirements of opening a Roth IRA for kids.

02/19/2026

Retirement isn’t the finish line for planning—it’s the start of a new phase called the distribution stage. This stage focuses on preserving savings, creating reliable income, and preparing for the unexpected. With the right habits, you...

02/18/2026

Here’s a look at what goes into creating a \$20 bill and what determines when a bill’s lifespan ends.

How long does a $20 bill last?

02/17/2026

Read the latest issue of Financial Watch here:

Whether you plan to complete your tax returns yourself or hand things over to a professional, few people relish the prep work that comes with filing their annual income tax returns. In this month's Financial Watch find out ways to take much of the pain out of this annual ritual.

02/17/2026

Stocks have pulled back in recent weeks — but the data points to opportunity, not alarm. With economic indicators surprising to the upside, corporate earnings coming in strong, and market breadth improving, this weakness may create more favorable entry points for investors. On this week’s , CIO Gene Goldman breaks down why sentiment has shifted, what’s driving volatility, and why we still see pullbacks as buying opportunities.

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02/16/2026

Honoring the leaders who shaped our nation. Happy Presidents' Day! ❤️🤍💙

George Washington: "Happiness and moral duty are inseparably connected."

Abraham Lincoln: "In the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years."

John F. Kennedy: "One person can make a difference, and everyone should try."

Theodore Roosevelt: "Far better it is to dare mighty things, to win glorious triumphs... than to take rank with those poor spirits who neither enjoy much nor suffer much."

Franklin D. Roosevelt: "The only thing to fear is, fear itself."

Harry S. Truman: "It is amazing what you can accomplish if you do not care who gets the credit."

Thomas Jefferson: "Honesty is the first chapter of the book wisdom."

02/16/2026

Own a life insurance policy or annuity that is many years old? You may want to consider a trade in.

1035 exchanges provide a way to trade-in an annuity contract or life insurance policy without triggering a tax liability.