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🍽️📊 As we head into 2024, here's a glimpse at some food and drink trends that experts predict will make waves:

▪️ Consumers are increasingly favoring food with processing terms like "stone-ground," "cold-pressed," and "fermented."
▪️ Luxury experiences and premium food and drinks are in high demand among Gen X and Boomers.
▪️ Bots and automated cooking are heating up in the kitchen.
▪️ Classic dishes like Chicken à la King are getting a gourmet makeover.
▪️ Dip is back on the menu, from high-end restaurants to casual eateries.

While these trends offer a glimpse into our culinary future, they also remind us of the economic factors shaping our food habits. As a financial professional, we're here to help you navigate these economic shifts. Here's to a delicious and financially savvy 2024! 🥂🎉



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In 2024, Ranch Will Flow Like Water, One Pasta Shape Will Rule the Roost, and Resistance to Robots Will Be Futile What food trends and drink trends will we see in 2024? We sorted through food trends reports from some of the biggest players in the game, talked to chefs and experts, and kept our eyes and mouths open so we could bring you our predictions for 2024 food trend and drink trends.

Of all the things they’ve taught us, the most important is how to be better. 👩‍🎓🪂🥇

📣 Join us in saying thanks to father figures everywhere.🙌

Yes, inflation has been high in recent years—but not 53% high! Northwestern Mutual’s annual retirement survey shows that ALL investors now believe they’ll need $1.46 million to retire comfortably, a 15% increase from 2023 and a stunning 53% jump from 2020. Without a strategy, investors are just guessing when it comes to retirement.

Not sure where to begin with your investments?

77 % of women believe having a financial professional would make a difference, according to a recent study. (Source: Bankrate.com, March 7, 2023)

The "battle of the sexes" is an outdated idea, but men and women do approach investing differently. In general, women's investments outperform men's. Why? There are a variety of factors at play, but men tend to trade 45% more often than women. (Source: Bankrate.com, March 7, 2023)

Out with the old, in with the new! 🎉 As we bid farewell to 2023 we're filled with gratitude for old friends, new experiences, and shared learnings. Here's to an even better 2024!

Wishing You a Very Merry Christmas.

The IRS announced adjustments for 2024, which address a few key areas:
https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-provides-tax-inflation-adjustments-for-tax-year-2024.

What does that mean for you?

There are changes to capital gains tax rates, annual exclusion for gifts, estate tax exclusion, and more.

Have questions about the new rules? My office has 2024 tax resources that you may find helpful.

This material is for informational purposes only and is not a replacement for real-life advice, so make sure to consult your tax professional before modifying your tax strategy.