Working with a professional to achieve your financial goals isn’t just a good idea; it’s proven by research to be more effective than a solo journey. According to Northwestern Mutual's 2024 Planning & Progress Study1, Americans who work… more
Setting financial goals might seem straightforward—decide what you want, save money, invest wisely. But the reality is far more nuanced. Neuroscience research1 reveals that goal-setting and behavior change involve complex interactions between our brain's motivational and cognitive systems.… more
Financial security doesn’t have to be a distant dream—it’s a reality you can achieve with the right approach. For John and Susan, a Long Island couple in their late 40s, the path forward wasn’t so clear. They’ve worked… more
Research consistently tells us that New Year’s resolutions, in spite of their popularity as the chance for a fresh start, are overwhelmingly difficult to stick to. According to CBS News, more than half of Americans set goals for… more
When it comes to managing wealth, the end of the year is a critical time to take stock and ensure your financial strategies are aligned with your goals. For high-net-worth families, the stakes are higher, given the complexity… more
What will make your life most meaningful? It’s a question we always ask our clients, and the answers inevitably revolve around family, connection, and the pursuit of fulfilling experiences. In other words, money isn’t the ultimate destination. True… more
As we move to a Republican-controlled Congress, there’s an increasing likelihood that the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, passed in 2017 by the first Trump administration, will be extended beyond its current sunset date at the end of… more
According to Giving USA's Annual Report on Philanthropy, Americans donated $557.16 billion to charitable causes in 2023—up from $499.3 billion in 2022—demonstrating an ongoing collective commitment across the nation to giving back.1 But we’ve seen time and again… more
More than half of Americans in their 40s are part of the “sandwich generation” – that is, sandwiched between supporting an aging parent and still raising children under the age of 18 (or financially assisting an older child). … more
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