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Dreaming of retiring to your cabin? Discover 7 essential steps to prepare—financial planning, home modifications, year-round maintenance, and more—to ensure a safe, enjoyable, and sustainable retirement in your favorite getaway.
8/28/2024
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Discover the five essential documents—Will, Power of Attorney, Health Care Directive, Beneficiary Designations, and Trusts—you need for a complete estate plan. Learn how each one protects your assets, avoids probate, and ensures your wishes are honored.
8/27/2024
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Estate planning isn’t just for the wealthy—it’s for anyone who wants to protect their legacy. Learn the essential components of a comprehensive estate plan, from wills and trusts to powers of attorney and tax strategies.
8/26/2024
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In this episode of “Investment Management Foundations,” Wealth Enhancement Vice President of Portfolio Consulting Gary Quinzel discusses how various parts of the commercial real estate sector have performed over the last couple years, as well as some underlying conditions to explain this performance.
8/21/2024
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In this short video, members of Wealth Enhancement’s Investment Management team share economic highlights, market updates, and possible reasons for the increase in volatility.
8/19/2024
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Discover why more retirees are choosing Northern Minnesota over Florida. From strong family ties and top-tier healthcare to outdoor recreation and peaceful living, explore 7 compelling reasons to retire in the Land of 10,000 Lakes.
8/17/2024
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In this episode of “Investment Management Foundations,” Ayako Yoshioka, Senior Portfolio Manager at Wealth Enhancement, discusses the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in the corporate sector and the impact it’s having on investment markets.
8/14/2024
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For the period July 1 – July 31, 2024.
Executive Summary
Volatility returned to markets as investors grappled with mixed economic data, political headlines, second-quarter earnings, and central bank policy meetings. Despite the challenges, the totality of data suggests that the U.S. economy is still expanding, as investors eagerly await the Fed’s next move.
8/6/2024
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Markets pulled back sharply after weak labor data, ending a strong 2024 run. Learn what’s driving the volatility, how global equities and bonds are reacting, and why diversification remains key.
8/5/2024
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Your 401(k) shouldn’t be an afterthought. Learn how financial advisors can help manage workplace retirement accounts as part of a holistic wealth strategy to boost long-term returns.
8/5/2024