Captain’s Log

Philanthropic Giving Strategies: How to Give with Purpose and Impact

February 1, 2026

For many individuals and families, philanthropy is about more than generosity; it’s about making a meaningful, lasting impact. But effective charitable giving doesn’t happen by accident. Like any financial goal, it benefits from a thoughtful strategy that aligns with your values, tax situation, and long-term legacy plans. A strategic approach to philanthropy allows you to…

DOL Law Updates; Why We’re Asking More Questions

October 17, 2022

Anchor Wealth helps clients create comprehensive financial plans. A comprehensive financial plan considers all the areas of our client’s financial life, the past, present, and future. To create a plan…

Anchor Wealth’s Company Values Explained

October 12, 2022

I started Anchor Wealth Management as a way to fulfill my personal mission. I have two drivers that have motivated my career. I want to help people succeed and I…

4th Quarter 2022 Newsletter

October 3, 2022

Financial Planning In Times Of Uncertainty In 2020, the word unprecedented was thrown around like confetti. It found its way into everything. Two years later, a different kind of ‘un’…

What Happens to My Financial Plan After a Divorce?

August 23, 2022

If you and your spouse have come to the conclusion that divorce is your only path forward there are some practical steps that you can take to make sure that…

Avoid the College Credit Card Trap

August 23, 2022

College is a formative time in the lives of those who choose that path. For many, it is their first taste of life away from their parents and their first…

Gifting Change For Calendar Year 2022

August 4, 2022

Cue David Bowie’s 1972 hit song, Changes. You are probably familiar with the opening lyric of the chorus; “Ch-ch-ch-changes.” You may not be familiar with the rest of the lyrics…

My Parents Are Aging, What Should I Be Doing?

July 21, 2022

Do you remember the choose your own adventure books we read as kids? In the stories, the protagonist would face a choice and you as the reader would make that…

3rd Quarter 2022 Newsletter

July 20, 2022

In The Journey, In The Destination, We Are Anchored The previous two years have provided plenty of newsletter topics as our office has helped countless clients navigate financial questions brought…

Stay The Course During Market Volatility

July 7, 2022

Miss Mary Mack Mack Mack. All dressed in black black black. With silver buttons buttons buttons All down her back back back. If you finished this rhyme in your head…

5 Things to Know About Long-Term Care

May 11, 2022

Talking about your retirement can be a fun endeavor. It’s a time to think about what life can look like when you have the freedom to do whatever you want.…

What Does a Financial Advisor Do?

May 11, 2022

Financial markets can be filled with uncertainty and doubt. This can make financial planning an overwhelming task; however, with the guidance of a trusted financial advisor, you can navigate the…

9 Steps to Creating a Solid Financial Plan

April 14, 2022

Does the thought of your financial future leave you uncertain or anxious? Many people feel this way because they do not have a solid financial plan in place. A comprehensive…