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Read our latest blogs designed to help you navigate your financial life with greater confidence.
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The New Grad Job Squeeze: What’s Driving Underemployment—and What Comes Next
In the past few years, the job market has been shaped by a steady stream of difficult headlines: slower hiring, more selective employers, and waves of layoffs—some tied to rapid advances in artificial intelligence. Taken together, these trends have created a more uncertain and competitive environment for job seekers across industries. Even experienced professionals with…
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Retiring Early? Here’s What to Consider
After the COVID-19 pandemic, many Americans became more motivated to take advantage of the years they have ahead by retiring early. To make early retirement a reality, it’s vital to plan in advance and consider all angles when it comes to your finances in retirement, which can significantly differ from your finances as an employee….
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“What Records Do I Need to Claim Tax Relief” featuring Sergio Garcia
When taxpayers explore IRS tax relief options, having the right documentation can make a significant difference. Clear, accurate records help the IRS understand a taxpayer’s financial situation and keep the process moving forward. In a recent USA TODAY article, Sergio Garcia, CFP®, EA, Senior Financial Planner at Hightower Signature Wealth, shared insight into what taxpayers…
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What To Do — And Not To Do — When You Decide to Divorce
Getting a divorce can be one of the most difficult and emotional decisions in a person’s life. While the idea of starting a new chapter may bring a sense of closure, it is also common to experience uncertainty and concern about protecting your financial future. In addition to support from family and friends, working with…
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“How Financial Advisors Can Use This Year’s Tax Law Changes to Attract New Clients” featuring Emily Shacklett
Barron’s recently examined how evolving tax laws — including provisions from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act — are reshaping the way financial advisors engage with prospects. Among the voices featured was Hightower Signature Wealth CPA and Advisor Emily Shacklett, who emphasized how critical timing is in tax planning conversations and shared practical ideas for…
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What Is a Roth IRA, and Is It Right for Me?
In recent years, such headlines about Roth IRAs have become commonplace, stemming from the prospect of increasing tax rates and the passage of the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act of 2019 (SECURE Act) and the subsequent SECURE 2.0 Act passed in 2022. But what exactly is a Roth IRA? Who should have…
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What To Do with Your 401(k) When You Leave Your Job
In your 20s and 30s, retirement can feel far off—maybe even easy to ignore. But taking a proactive approach early on can meaningfully shape your financial future and potentially give you more flexibility down the road. If you’re in the majority of employees, you likely have access to an employer-sponsored retirement plan, like a 401(k)….
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Single Women Are Buying More Homes Than Ever: What the Numbers Reveal
A Shift in Homeownership That’s Redefining Wealth Homeownership has long been viewed as a milestone tied to marriage or dual incomes. Today, that narrative is changing. Single women are emerging as one of the fastest-growing segments of homebuyers—quietly reshaping long-standing assumptions about wealth, stability, and financial independence. According to the National Association of REALTORS® 2024…
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Small But Mighty: How Small Businesses Can Compete for Talent in a Competitive Market
The job market has become increasingly competitive, driven by advancements in AI, layoffs, and slower hiring. While employers may currently have the upper hand in selecting talent, they are also competing with one another to attract strong candidates. Larger companies that offer higher compensation, robust benefits, career stability, and strong brand recognition often have an…
