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If you think it’s just about investing, you might be missing the bigger picture.

What Is Wealth Management? Wealth management is a term for the comprehensive planning you can get from financial advisors. But what is included in wealth management?

It’s always good to check in on your financial plan as your family grows.

Financial Planning Checklist for a Growing Family When you have a growing family, life gets busy — and financial planning can take a back seat. Our financial planning checklist for a growing family can help you keep your money on track.

Using a 401(k) alone could limit your options in retirement.

Is a 401(k) a Retirement Plan? Is a 401(k) a retirement plan? It’s an important piece of the puzzle, but using a 401(k) alone could limit your options in retirement.

Data over the past week shows some of the strongest year-over-year inflation in recent memory. See Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Brent Schutte’s take on the numbers in this week’s Market Commentary.

Inflation Returns Inflationary pressures are rising from low comparisons in 2020, according to two key price measures. At the same time, the economy appears strong and has the support of an accommodative Federal Reserve. Here's Northwestern Mutual's Market Commentary for the week of May 17, 2021.

There are signs the economic recovery is expanding to Europe. See what Chief Investment Strategist Brent Schutte has to say about the past week’s data and what we’re watching in the week ahead.

Economic Recovery Builds Momentum The latest PMI data suggest we’re experiencing a global economic upswing. Here's Northwestern Mutual's Market Commentary for the week of May 24, 2021.

Rich Woo believes that mistrust and pride result in a lack of financial planning. His concern is that members of his community will be financially unprepared, like he was at an earlier age. Let me know how I can make you more comfortable with the financial planning process.

This Advisor Shares the Early Money Lessons That Shaped Who He Is Today Northwestern Mutual financial advisor Rich Woo shares the early money lessons that shaped who he is today and how that impacts his planning philosophy.

Working remotely may have provided you with an unexpected upside during the pandemic. If you’re thinking about relocating, let’s go over these six important financial considerations:

What to Ask If You Want to Relocate and Work Remotely | Northwestern Mutual If you've been working from home for the past year, you may be itching for a change of scenery. Here are some questions to ask if you’re looking to relocate and work remotely.

A tax refund can be the ultimate silver lining this time of year. We could all use a reward right now. Plus, that unexpected savings can be put towards your bigger goals. If you're expecting a tax refund, reach out to me and we’ll make a plan for it.

A solid emergency fund means six months of expenses are covered. If you had any unexpected savings last year, you may have a head start. I can help set you up for success and a calmer state of mind. Reach out if you're ready to get started.

Thinking about starting a business or freelancing full-time? I can help you plan for it. In the meantime, this article has some great info on budgeting, health insurance, and getting financially creative. Reach out if you’re ready to get started.

6 Ways We’ve Changed Our Lives During COVID-19 to Reach Our Financial Goals | Northwestern Mutual When COVID-19 hit, it made our family reevaluate our dreams of running our own businesses full time. Here are six things we’re doing to reach our financial goals.

Spending extra time at home may mean noticing how you’d like to spruce it up. If you’ve saved up by staying in, let’s talk about putting that money toward the home improvements you’re dreaming about for spring.

Did cooking at home help you save money in the past year? That’s the kind of upside I can help you find. Whatever you’re dreaming of, let’s reconnect and talk about how to bring it to life.

The upside to family members moving home this year? More quality time together and unexpected savings. Let’s set up some time to talk about your goals and discuss the tips in this article.

3 Tips That Helped When My Parents Moved In During the Pandemic | Northwestern Mutual Forget boomerang kids. Here are the tips that helped this mom when her parents moved in during the pandemic.

Did staycations give you extra savings this year? We can take those financial silver linings and make a plan that moves you towards your goals in 2021. Let’s reconnect and get started.

Markets are buzzing about GameStop and Reddit, but for long-term investors, what does this all mean?

The ‘Reddit Squeeze’ Doesn’t Change the Long-Term View | Northwestern Mutual Markets are buzzing as GameStop and other heavily shorted stocks rose rapidly as buyers from Reddit swooped in. But for long-term investors, what does this all mean?

We work with medical professionals every day. We’d love to have a conversation about your financial plan.

How Much Disability Insurance Do Doctors Need? | Northwestern Mutual Disability insurance is an important part of any financial plan. It’s particularly important for anyone in the medical field. But how much disability insurance do doctors need?