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June 2024 Blog Newsletter

June Captain’s Log Wealth Management in an Election Year One of my favorite holidays of the year, second only to Christmas, is July 4th! It’s a time to remember all those who came before us and the sacrifices that have been made. It’s a time to appreciate that we are free and live in the…

The SECURE 2.0 Act: Everything You Need to Know and How It Impacts You

Did you know more than 4 out of 10 Americans aren’t saving for retirement, and more than half of Americans feel like they aren’t meeting their retirement goals? The world of retirement planning is ever-evolving, and staying informed about legislative changes is crucial to securing your financial future. The SECURE 2.0 Act is a significant…

May 2024 Blog Newsletter

May Captain’s Log What Is Your Financial Independence Number? Do you know your Financial Independence Number (FIN)? Recently, I was listening to a podcast, and it was suggested that 99% of people do not know what their FIN is! The FIN is the amount of money someone needs to save to retire and live comfortably…

April 2024 Blog Newsletter

April Captain’s Log How Much Should Someone Keep In A Money Market Or CD? We’ve all heard the analogy “cash is king!” If you’re still working and earning a living while being more than 24 months from retirement, a three- to six-month emergency fund is sufficient. There could be exceptions to this rule if you…

Navigating Financial Milestones Across the Decades

Whether you’re just starting out in your 20’s and 30’s or basking in the retirement glow of your 60’s and 70’s, Anchor Wealth Management is here to provide insight and advice on how to achieve financial success at every stage of your life. Your 20s: Build the Foundation In your 20s, you’re likely finishing college…

February 2024 Blog Newsletter

February Captain’s Log Mitigating Federal And State Estate Taxes Through Proper Planning And Communication An initiative at Anchor Wealth in 2024 is to have proactive conversations with our clients who may be affected by estate taxes upon their passing. Often, clients are unaware that certain states impose estate or inheritance taxes in addition to federal…

January 2024 Blog Newsletter

January Captain’s Log Building A Purposeful Financial Journey With Clients Happy New Year! Anchor Wealth Management had an incredible 2023, exceeding expectations and building meaningful connections with clients. My vision for 2024 is inspiring—helping clients better understand the purpose of their money and aligning it with their unique goals and aspirations. The approach of asking…

Anchor Wealth Management November 2023 Blog Newsletter

November Captain’s Log Heartfelt Thanksgiving Gratitude From The Team At Anchor Wealth Management As Thanksgiving approaches, I find myself reflecting on the gratitude we feel for the incredible clients who make our work at Anchor Wealth Management so fulfilling. Your trust and partnership mean the world to us, and we wanted to take a moment…

Anchor Wealth’s Company Values Explained

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 want to build a life with my family in which work doesn’t consume me. I believe these two things are intrinsically linked. Finances are among…

Gifting Change For Calendar Year 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 and that’s perfectly fine because they don’t make a lot of sense and they are in no way relevant to the topic of the IRS…