1 Thing Threatening Your Retirement Security Many believe they're doing best for retirement by contributing to a 401(k) each year. But financial advisors say one habit is undermining retirement security. GOBankingRates · Feb 16
I’m a Financial Advisor: 3 Reasons To Avoid an Annuity Annuities are financial products that give you a steady income stream when you retire. You can contribute to these insurance products with tax-free dollars and then pay taxes when you receive money... GOBankingRates · Feb 1
I’m a Financial Advisor: 5 Investing Tips To Combat a Frustrating Economy Eric Kelley, chief investment officer at UMB Bank, cuts through the confusion to offer 5 tips to manage your investments when the economy is challenging. GOBankingRates · Jan 31
10 Things Financial Advisors Didn’t Warn Baby Boomers About That Are Now Costing Them Thousands For decades, Baby Boomers were told that saving steadily, paying off a mortgage, and investing for the long term would lead to a comfortable retirement. Many did exactly that, yet a growing number now feel blindsided by expenses and risks they never saw coming. The Free Financial Advisor · Jan 28
3 Traditional Retirement Rules You Can Ignore Now Rising costs and longer lifespans mean some classic retirement rules no longer fit today’s realities. Here are three old guidelines you can safely ignore now. GOBankingRates · Jan 28
How to Find a Financial Advisor Who Understands Retirement Living You’ve worked hard, saved diligently, and now you’re ready to enjoy the freedom of retirement. But with that freedom comes a new set of financial... Saving Advice · Jan 26
Richard Shakter's Decades-Long Journey Guiding Clients with Clarity, Mentorship, and Financial Insight Richard Shakter, a founding partner of Financial Compass Group, LLC, is a seasoned financial advisor with 35 years of experience guiding individuals, families, and business owners through complex financial decisions. International Business Times · Jan 26
What Questions Should You Ask a Financial Advisor Before Signing On? As we get older, managing money becomes more complex. Retirement accounts, Social Security, Medicare, estate planning—it’s a lot to juggle. That’s where a good financial... Saving Advice · Jan 22
8 Key Signs You’re Ready To Retire Early (Even If Your Financial Advisor Disagrees) Experts say the key isn't having millions but preparing emotionally as well. Here are eight signs you're ready to retire early even if your advisor isn't sure. GOBankingRates · Jan 20
Most Americans Feel Unprepared for Today’s Economy — Unless They Have a Financial Advisor Many Americans feel unprepared amid inflation and high rates. But those with a financial advisor feel more prepared. Learn why and how to boost confidence. GOBankingRates · Jan 20
Financial advisor leaves 'groomed' retirees destitute A retired couple who fell victim to a financial advisor convicted of stealing more than $1 million from clients say they were "groomed" and "ripped off". AAP · Jan 19
Financial Advisor Confession: 7 Things I’m Now Required by Law to Tell My Clients (That I Couldn’t Say in 2025). If you’ve ever wondered what financial advisors really think but could never say out loud, the landscape just changed—and it’s shaking things up in ways you won’t want to ignore. In 2026, new laws have forced advisors to be more transparent than ever before. That means clients are finally hearing… The Free Financial Advisor · Jan 17
I’m a Financial Advisor: These Are the Money Mistakes To Avoid in 2026 From rushed decisions to missed planning, a financial expert shares six common money mistakes to avoid in 2026 for a calmer, wealthier year. GOBankingRates · Jan 17
If a Financial Advisor Doesn’t Ask These 5 Questions in Your Consult, Keep Shopping If your financial advisor doesn’t ask these key questions in your first meeting, it may be time to walk away. Here’s what to listen for. GOBankingRates · Jan 16
GOBankingRates · Jan 16 I’m a Financial Advisor: These 3 Money Moves Matter Most When the Economy Feels Unstable From cutting debt to building cash reserves, experts share smart money moves to help you protect your finances when the economy feels uncertain.
GOBankingRates · Jan 15 I’m a Financial Advisor: Here’s How I’d Invest $25K for Maximum Growth A finance expert explains the smartest way to invest a $25,000 windfall, from choosing index funds to avoiding hot stocks and paying down debt first.
Saving Advice · Jan 14 Is Your Retirement Plan Still on Track? How AI Tools Can Help You Reassess It’s a common misconception: once you’re approaching or in retirement, the planning is over. The reality is that a truly successful retirement plan is a...
GOBankingRates · Jan 13 We Asked Financial Advisors the No. 1 Habit To Improve Your Finances in 2026 Several financial advisors share their top habits to improve your finances in 2026. Try automating investing and tracking spending for a wealthier 2026.
GOBankingRates · Jan 10 The Day of the Week (or Month) Financial Advisors Say You Should Never Make Big Purchases Timing can impact prices more than you think—financial advisors reveal which days or months can lead to poor deals on big purchases.
The Free Financial Advisor · Jan 6 Here’s What Your Financial Advisor Isn’t Telling You About Investing in 2026 The investing world is sprinting into 2026 like it just downed three espressos and decided rules are optional. Markets are faster, information is louder, and the old playbook is getting dog-eared at the corners. If investing advice feels oddly recycled lately, you’re not imagining it, because many strategies being sold…
The Independent UK · Jan 4 Experts share whether they would trust AI with their financial planning ‘AI can be a great co-pilot in 2026, but a risky captain,” ChatGPT noted
The Independent UK · Jan 2 As the ‘Gronk’ reveals he’s been a savvy saver, here are other NFL stars who have been wise with their big-league salaries Several high-profile NFL stars have turned to investing, cryptocurrency, and sound financial advisors to protect and grow their wealth
Budget and the Bees · Dec 31, 2025 Are You Making Decisions Based On Fear Instead Of Future Security? Fear is a powerful, primal motivator. It keeps us alive when a bear is chasing us. But in modern life, fear is a terrible financial advisor. It masquerades as “prudence” or “caution,” but in reality, it is often paralysis. We make decisions to avoid short-term pain, unaware that we are…
The Free Financial Advisor · Dec 24, 2025 Should You Switch Advisors Before The New Year Or Wait Until Markets Stabilize? The year is winding down, your portfolio has taken you on a rollercoaster ride worthy of a theme park, and your financial advisor might feel more like a seatbelt than a co-pilot. The clock is ticking toward the new year, tax season is looming, and whispers of market volatility are…
The Free Financial Advisor · Dec 22, 2025 6 Ways Your Financial Advisor Can Help With Your New Year’s Resolutions Fireworks fade, the calendar flips, and suddenly the year feels wide open with possibility. New Year’s resolutions arrive with big promises: less stress, more freedom, smarter choices, and a future that finally feels under control. Yet by February, many goals quietly stall—not because of laziness, but because ambition without a…