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Equities continued to rally as investors embraced soft economic data as a sign the Fed is done raising rates, but what if the slowdown gains momentum? Get the latest from Brent Schutte in our Weekly Market Commentary.

Investors Embrace Bad News as a Sign the Rate Hiking Cycle Is Over Investors continued to cheer signs of an economic slowdown, but can it last? Read more in our Weekly Market Commentary.

You still have time to get back on track. Reach out if you’re looking for help in creating a budget that works for you.

How to Recover When Your Holiday Budget Is Blown Even if you’ve already gone over your holiday budget, you still have time to get your finances back on track. These tips can help.

Having a baby is an exciting time! It’s also a good time to update or create your financial plan. Please reach out if you’d like to have a conversation to make sure you’re ready financially for your new baby.

Life Insurance for New Parents When you're putting together everything you need to take care of your new arrival, be sure to include life insurance—and take some time to research your options.

Last week’s surge in equities and strong market gains have sparked optimism, but are we ignoring warning signs about the economy? Get the latest from Brent Schutte in Northwestern Mutual’s Weekly Market Commentary.

Lingering Warning Signs: Is the Economy at Risk Despite Strong Market Gains? Investor optimism over the past week may be a bit premature. Read more in our Weekly Market Commentary.

Some of the most memorable experiences don’t cost a dime, but it’s still important to reassess your financial plan towards the end of the year. Ready to get started? Reach out today.

It’s difficult to plan for unexpected expenses that are hard to predict. If you’re looking for strategies to plan ahead, please reach out.

Planning for Long-Term Care Expenses It’s hard to plan for something you’re not sure you’ll need. Here’s what you need to know about long-term care expenses.

As you get ready to turn the page on the year, take the time to review your financial plan and set yourself up for a successful 2024. You can count on me to guide you every step of the way. Reach out to get started.

Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte looks at why the Fed may hold rates higher for longer and how that may impact the economy going forward.

Are Investors Underestimating the Fed’s Resolve? A pullback in bond yields has investors once again hoping for a soft landing. Read more in our Weekly Market Commentary.

If you’ve been putting off having necessary money conversations with your family members, we can get help you prepare for these important talks.

How to Have Conversations About Money With Your Family Money talks can be emotional but getting everyone on the same page can ultimately make for more harmonious family dynamics.

19 years old. That’s the average age when people have their first conversation about family finances with their parents. I’m ready to help you navigate these crucial conversations. Reach out to get started.

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Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte looks at why the Fed is likely to hold rates higher for longer and what that means for economic growth.

Investors Cheer Softer Than Expected Jobs Data and Easing Bond Yields The latest jobs data has investors expecting an end to rate hikes. Read more in our Weekly Market Commentary.

Year-end is a great time to review your finances as you prepare for whatever comes your way in the new year.

Your 2023 Year-End Financial Checklist Year-end is great time for a financial checkup. Here’s a helpful checklist to help keep you financially on track in the year ahead.

Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte looks at why consumer spending may be sending a false signal about the economy.

Consumers Show a Willingness to Spend, but Can It Last? The latest data points to a still growing economy, but concerns are growing. Read more in our Weekly Market Commentary.

A health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending account (FSA) are similar. Both let you put pre-tax dollars toward qualified medical expenses. But they have key differences. Reach out to me for more clarity on which may be more right for you.

One of the benefits of permanent life insurance is that it accumulates cash value over time. One way to utilize your cash value is to take a loan against it. It can be a great financial tool, but there are a few things to consider before you do it. As always, please reach out with any questions.

What You Should Know Before Taking a Life Insurance Policy Loan Borrowing against life insurance can be beneficial, but here are things to know about life insurance loans before deciding on borrowing from life insurance.

Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte looks at why a pause in rate hikes may not prevent an economic downturn.

An End to Rate Hikes May Not Be Enough to Prevent an Economic Downturn Investors grow more concerned about rising yields and a higher-for-longer stance by the Fed. Read more in our Weekly Market Commentary.

We’re here to help! Please reach out if you have questions about creating a financial plan.

How Women Can Boost Their Financial Confidence Many women are anxious about the state of their finances. Teaming up with the right financial advisor can provide peace of mind about today—and the ability to dream for tomorrow.

Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte looks at the latest inflation data and how it may impact the Fed’s thinking on rates.

Progress in the Fight Against Inflation Slows The latest inflation data may highlight the risks of strong wage growth. Read more in our Weekly Market Commentary.

This quiz can help you learn what’s in a good financial plan. Please reach out if you’d like to build your plan.

Do You Know What Makes a Good Financial Plan? A plan that relies primarily on investments can leave you vulnerable. Take our quiz to see what makes a good financial plan.

Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte looks at why a recession may be difficult to avoid.

Why a Recession May Be Unavoidable A look at what the data says about the likelihood of a recession.

Reach out if you need some help figuring out the best savings plan for your family.

Savings Plans for College — 6 Options to Consider When it comes to saving for your child’s college education, you may have a wide range options. Here are six of the best ones.

Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte discusses the latest employment and wage data and what it means for the prospects of a soft landing.

Investors Cheer Wage Data, While Fears of a Hard Landing Grow Another round of strong job numbers raises concerns that the Fed may have to keep rates higher for longer. Read more in our Weekly Market Commentary.

As your family grows, you want your wealth to grow, too. As you plan to expand your family, reach out if you need help preparing for what lies ahead.

How Much Does It Cost to Have a Baby? Though that new baby is priceless, there are some costs you’ll need to prepare for.

Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte discusses the latest inflation data and why wage gains may prevent a soft landing.

Investors Look Past Encouraging Current Inflation Data Better-than-expected inflation data may not be enough to appease the Fed. Read more in our Weekly Market Commentary

These simple steps can help set you up for a strong 2024.

A Retiree’s End-of-Year Financial Checklist A financial checkup is important to keeping your retirement and finances in balance. To get started, here’s an end-of-year financial checklist for retirees.

A financial plan is like a road map that shows you where you are and how to get where you want to go. But what does that really mean? Learn more about what's actually included in a plan: http://spr.ly/6188u1R4g

Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte discusses the latest Fed decision on interest rates and potential future actions to rein in the strong job market.

Rates Unchanged, but Fed Says More Work Needed to Rein In Labor Market The Fed left rates unchanged this week, but Chairman Jerome Powell says more work is needed to rein in the labor market.

Switching employers or health insurance plans can be a confusing exercise—especially when trying to figure out how to get the best value. Reach out if you need help understanding how elements of your plan, like an HSA or FSA, will work together.

What’s the Difference Between an HSA and an FSA? At first, an FSA and HSA may seem very similar, but there are some differences you need to know.

The latest batch of data is unlikely to distract the Fed from its focus on wages.

Latest Economic Reports Paint a Mixed Picture, but Has Anything Changed? The latest economic data offered a mixed view of the economy and inflation but is unlikely to sway the Fed.

Imagine what you could do with a little extra savings. I’ve got some ideas, too!

Want to Save More? Take the 52-Week Money Challenge If you’re up for a challenge, here’s how you could save an extra $1,300 this year.