All of us need to sock away some serious cash to accomplish our financial goals, especially retirement. So, how much are millennials actually saving each month? LendEDU, which surveyed 1,000 Americans between the ages of 22 and 37, found that…
Category: GenY
Yield Curve Inversions Explained
“Yield curve inversion” has been in the news lately. You may be wondering exactly what this is, what it portends, and why it’s getting so much press. What is a yield curve inversion? If someone borrows money from you, the…
Thanks Coach
With another football season kicking off, the usual excitement for your favorite team, Friday Night Lights, and tailgating is spreading with each victory. As I am always this time of year, I am reminded of how fortunate I was to…
Parents, Students Say They Should Have Started Planning For College Costs Earlier
Despite early planning and discussions with their children about paying for college, student debt has many parents and students wishing they had begun the process sooner, according to a survey by Citizens Bank.
Labor Day Is An Important Day
Just over 100 years ago, Americans typically worked physically demanding jobs. Adults toiled 12 hours a day, seven days a week for low wages. Americans did not take lunch breaks. They did not get sick days or vacations. They were…
Unused Vacation Days Can Be Costly
As the summer of 2019 is wrapping up, The Gardner Group wants you to start working on 2020's vacations! Here are some Do's and Don'ts when it comes to finding ways to get away.......especially from the office! Would you give…
Are Financial Advisors Still Relevant in a Digital World?
Thinking about enlisting the help of a financial advisor? Read this guide first to determine if an advisor could help you and how to select a partner that fits your needs.
2019 Half-Time Report
2019 has been an exciting year. Please read our thoughts on the first six months of the year, and see our strategies for the second half. To access your performance reports, you must log-in to your secure community. Market Recap…
529 Plans A Well-Kept Secret, Survey Says
The 529 college savings plan market may be one of the best-kept secrets in the U.S. investment industry, according to a new survey.
Who Are You Calling HENRY???
HENRYs, or High Earners Not Rich Yet, are attractive candidates for financial planning. Are you doing your best to maximize your efforts?