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Are you taking full advantage of your company’s retirement saving opportunities? National Retirement Security Week is the perfect time to review your options.

Medicare open enrollment is October 15-December 7. Choosing your coverage is a complex but important decision. Use this great Medicare guide to help you understand the program and the choices available. We can then connect to weigh your options and decide what’s best for you.

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The markets rallied today and experienced solid gains. provides their thoughts on today’s market upturn in After the Close.

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Grandparents can offer a wealth of knowledge and experience to their grandchildren. What financial wisdom will you pass down to your grandchildren?

Market volatility can often be uncomfortable. To help provide some perspective on today’s market activity, read today’s After the Close from .

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“In our view, investors should rationally consider the current landscape. Are markets correcting because they may have seen equity market gains come too far too fast? Or are markets falling because of true threats over economic conditions and the possibility of a global recession? We believe, the preponderance of evidence supports the former. The U.S. economy is currently moderating to more sustainable rates, but a near-term recession is not the most likely path ahead, in our view.” – Russell Price, Ameriprise Chief Economist

Is the Fed behind the curve? Get more expert insights by reading the latest Weekly Market Perspectives.

Trading activity was volatile today. Take a look at a summary of relevant events from .

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Investment markets don’t move in a straight line but through periods of gain and loss. Check out the latest insights from on today's market swings.

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With the projected shortfall of Social Security in the news, you may be worried. We can help you plan for a great retirement — regardless of what happens with Social Security.

Debunking 6 Social Security myths Get the facts on how the Social Security program works for retirees.

Retirement planning isn’t only for those close to or in retirement.

7 retirement tips for every age Feel more confident about living the retirement you want, no matter what age or life stage you're in.

Wishing all the dads a Happy Father’s Day!

If you plan to pass on your wealth to loved ones upon your death, the estate planning process can help you reduce the impact of taxes on your assets. https://bit.ly/3wxrbaD

By setting your own estate plan, you can avoid going through probate – a court process that would release your records publicly. https://bit.ly/3wxrbaD

Without an estate plan, your loved ones may be left to navigate complex legal and financial challenges. Thoughtful planning can simplify a difficult process for your family in the future. https://bit.ly/3wxrbaD

End-of-life care is a difficult but important conversation to have between you and your loved ones. An estate plan allows you to specify your final wishes and establish special arrangements for your remains. https://bit.ly/3wxrbaD

With a documented estate plan, you decide the fate of your assets based on factors you feel are most important. https://bit.ly/3wxrbaD

Sharing love and gratitude with all moms today. Happy Mother’s Day!

Elections can create uncertainty, but sitting on the sidelines could be a costly mistake. Get in touch to learn why dividend-paying stocks may be an effective strategy to help reduce risk–without sacrificing growth potential.