The U.S. government has shut down as policymakers failed to reach a funding deal. Focus Partners’ Jason Blackwell breaks down how markets have reacted in past shutdowns—and three ways this one could
Market Update: The Trump Tariff Strategy
We have been here before and the market, along with our individual investment accounts, have always recovered. Those who stay the course have always been rewarded
By Anthony Hernandez, CFP® As a financial planner, I often meet with people who are uncertain about their financial future. Many come to us with a desire for guidance but lack clarity
https://youtu.be/8jfMsephtEk Worthen Financial Advisors seamlessly guides our clients through various ages and stages of their lives and financial journey. Our firm’s processes are uniquely positioned to provide the support you need for
By Anthony Hernandez, CFP® After wrapping up end-of-year reviews, Angela and I found a common theme: A well-crafted budget is a key tool for financial success for families and individuals. This seemingly
https://youtu.be/lKS0-Kv31jc Summary In this video, Angela and Anthony present the Worthen Financial Blueprint, a comprehensive eight-step guide to achieving financial clarity and living happily ever after. They cleverly compare each step to
By Daniel Campbell, CFA For reality TV fans, one might argue that the private equity world truly took off last year: celebrity Kim Kardashian launched her own private equity firm. As these
By Alex Kluesner It’s a fair question to ask ourselves: should my portfolio be exposed to foreign companies? The answer is nuanced and investor-specific, but ultimately, yes. Buckingham’s Investment Policy Committee (IPC)
By Jared Kizer, CFA When it comes to portfolio diversification, the main purpose of fixed income, or bonds, is to protect the wealth you’ve worked hard to accumulate. While stocks provide greater
By Angela Johnson, CFP® In fiscal year 2021, the IRS processed more than 261 million Federal tax returns and supplemental documents and issued just over $1 trillion in refunds to individuals. That’s
