Edward Jones-Financial Advisor: Karley Schluter

With the presidential election only months away, you may be tempted to make emotional decisions regarding your finances. But before you do, let’s explore three key trends on what history tells us about elections and stock markets.

3 takeaways on U.S. presidential elections and stock markets (US|EN) While the presidential election is in November, it's important to explore key historical stock market trends for perspective.www.edwardjones.com/us-en

To frame the August swings, we examine what's changed, what hasn't and what the evolving conditions may mean for the road ahead.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

Wishing you a happy Labor Day filled with friends, family and fun times for all! How are you celebrating?

Research shows that we—not our genes—have a great deal more control over our cognitive health than we may realize. Here are some simple steps that can help protect your most valuable asset: your brain.

How to Age-Proof Your Brain Here are some simple, evidence-based steps that can significantly protect your brain

Markets spent the past week largely treading water. While there were no major surprises, we do think the Federal Reserve's freshest commentary provided three key takeaways that will be important for markets ahead.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

June is National Homeownership Month! If you're uncertain whether your family budget can handle buying a new home, let's talk. We can create a financial strategy to help you achieve your goals.

Balancing the family budget Know where your money goes

Tax identity theft can have consequences on your financial credit, let's be proactive and protect ourselves against fraudsters. Check out these ways to help strengthen your financial credit & build the know-how to shield yourself from scams.

Strengthening Your Financial Credit. Managed debt strengthens credit scores and opens doors

The end of summer often means heading back to school (for loved ones if not yourself), but Online Access can also help you get back to the basics with your financial goals. Easily view account performance during your time with Edward Jones on the web or on the go with our app.

Gain a Big-Picture View Connect and view accounts you have elsewhere in Online Access.

Markets over the past week continued to recover from the previous week's sharp pullback.

In our view, the backdrop of softer inflation and cooling but positive economic growth still points to a Fed that will likely begin cutting rates as soon as the September 18 FOMC meeting.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

Romance scams are on the rise, but there are steps you can take to protect yourself and others from falling victim to these scams. For instance, get a second opinion. Scammers typically count on the fact that you’ll be too embarrassed to reach out for advice, but it never hurts to have someone else evaluate the situation. Talk to a trusted family member or your financial advisor if you’re unsure. Learn more here:

Protect yourself against fraud Stay informed

Learn about common types of fraud and what to look out for to help keep you and your loved ones protected.

Be aware: 6 red flags to help you recognize fraud (US|EN) Learn about common types of fraud and what to look out for to help keep you and your loved ones protected.www.edwardjones.com/us-en

For any investors that were looking the 2024 gift horse in the mouth, last week showed some teeth. We don't think the recent pullback should be patently dismissed, but panic is not the proper reaction either.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

Wondering how markets have typically performed around presidential elections? Here are four lessons we can draw from history.

Elections and the markets: 4 lessons from the past By looking at the past, we can learn four valuable lessons about how elections impact the markets. Explore market insights from Edward Jones.

You've likely worked hard to plan for your long-term financial objectives, but have you taken the critical steps needed to create safeguards through estate planning? Make sure you avoid these six common mistakes.

Estate planning: Covering the essentials and mistakes to avoid (US|EN) While estate planning may be an uncomfortable topic, there are also many benefits to consider.www.edwardjones.com/us-en

More and more people are meeting their significant others online via social media or dating apps. As such, scam artists are using these tools to develop online relationships with unsuspecting victims, sometimes duping them of their hard-earned money. Here are some red flags to look for to protect yourself and your loved ones:

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Many important life events, including a loved one's death, making a big move or going through a divorce or remarriage, could mean you need to update your estate documents. Read on to learn five common misconceptions people have about wealth transfer, and then let's discuss your unique needs.

5 common misconceptions about wealth transfer We debunk five common misconceptions about transferring wealth as part of leaving a financial legacy.

The final week of July was a whirlwind, filled with a flurry of earnings reports, three central bank meetings and key labor market data. We look at five key turning points that may define performance in the months ahead.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

As interest rates have crept back up from their multiyear lows, it’s important to revisit your debt management strategy. Here are 8 key tips to help get started.

Your playbook for paying down high-interest debt (US|EN) As interest rates have crept back up from their multiyear lows, it’s important to revisit your debt management strategy.www.edwardjones.com/us-en

Did your last homeowners insurance bill make you do a double take? Due to more frequent and extreme weather events and high costs of labor and construction materials, homeowners insurance premiums have increased dramatically. However, reducing or dropping your coverage could be a costly mistake down the road.

5 pitfalls to avoid with your homeowners or renters insurance (US|EN) Homeowners insurance premiums have increased dramatically in recent years. However, reducing or dropping your coverage could be a costly mistake down the road.www.edwardjones.com/us-en

After more than 1 ½ years of large-cap growth sectors and the "Magnificent 7" leading the market, what has caused a somewhat sudden rotation away from the tech darlings? We highlight three key elements.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

Whether you’re planning to leave or receive an inheritance, now is the time to have the Great Wealth Talk. Here are 4 key tips to help get started.

The Great Wealth Talk: 4 tips to help normalize the inheritance discussion (US|EN) Having discussions about the inheritance you're planning on leaving doesn't have to be uncomfortable. Explore these four tips that can help normalize the conversation.www.edwardjones.com/us-en

Online Access puts your account information at your fingertips. See where you stand with your current goals and track progress toward any new ones (like a protection goal) you set with your financial advisor.

Get to know Online Access and mobile app (US|EN) Learn all about the features and functions of Edward Jones Online Access and our mobile app. Sign up today!www.edwardjones.com/us-en

Average lifespans are only continuing to grow, and that brings with it the challenge that many will need to care for an aging loved one at some point. You don't have to be financially or emotionally overwhelmed. We're here to help. Review this checklist and then let's chat!

A guide to caring for aging loved ones Use our checklist

As we kicked off 2024, one of our 10 key calls for the year was our view that while equity markets would continue to perform well, the market's underlying leadership would rotate, broadening out beyond 2023's Magnificent Seven concentration.

We take a look at how this recently showed up within three key market matchups, and what it may mean for investors' portfolios.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

We break down the latest activity in the U.S. economy, equities, the bond market, international investing and more. Let's discuss what impact these might have on your portfolio.

Quarterly market outlook (US|EN) Our investment strategists provide Edward Jones’ perspective on the latest economic activity and what it may mean for you.www.edwardjones.com/us-en

Dating apps are a great way to meet new people and potential love interests—but scammers are increasingly using these apps and social media to target their victims. Be leery of individuals you meet online who have made a lot of money by trading cryptocurrency and can show you how to do the same. This tactic is becoming more and more prevalent wth the rise of cryptocurrency. For more red flags and how to protect yourself, check out this article:

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Unexpected life events – like serious injury, long-term illness or death of a partner – are affecting women even more as their impact on household income increases. Planning ahead can help protect both you and your family. Call me to discuss a long-term strategy to weather these storms.

Protect your financial future Here’s how.

Putting an advance care plan in place can help alleviate unnecessary suffering, improve quality of life and ease the decision-making burden on your loved ones.

Advance care planning: Helping to ensure your wishes are honored (US|EN) Learn about these common considerations when developing an advance care plan.www.edwardjones.com/us-en

Check out our midyear review and outlook for the back half of 2024 in our latest Weekly Market Wrap.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.