Structured notes are the financial equivalent of "heads I win, tails you lose." If an advisor promotes these products as "bridges" or risk reduction vehicles be very skeptical.
Is your financial advisor recommending commission products? Is that a red flag? If your advisor receives commission compensation they are not obligated to act as a fiduciary and put your interests first.
We're often asked about the secrets to building a successful investment portfolio. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by financial jargon, market fluctuations, or simply wondered where to start with your investments, you're not alone.
Congress just passed a sweeping $4.5 trillion tax bill—what’s being dubbed the “Big Beautiful Bill”—and it’s going to reshape tax planning for years to come. With proper planning, you may be able to save thousands.
What some financial advisors claim and what they actually do are sometimes different. This column outlines how a consumer was told one thing, but what was actually sold was something different. Surprise - it was a fixed index annuity!