Managing portfolios and building financial plans has been my focus for nearly 15 years. A recurring concern I hear from clients is the perceived “risk” of the stock market—often amplified by dramatic headlines and personal experience during downturns.
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, Michigan transitions from September’s Indian summer to the vibrant hues and bustling energy of fall. It’s a season that uniquely blends the excitement of back-to-school, the thrill of football Saturdays, Halloween parties, apple orchard corn mazes, and the breathtaking beauty of autumn leaves—each inspiring a distinctive yet cohesive fashion vibe that captures the spirit of Michigan in the fall.
“Hope” is a word often thrown around—from political campaigns to advertisements promising to satisfy the deepest longings of our souls. Every person longs for hope. It’s what drives us to face each new day. Without hope, we are lost.
After a long, sweltering summer, the crisp promise of fall feels like a welcome reprieve. Cooler evenings, golden leaves, an abundant harvest of delicious foods — and of course, a fresh start for your wardrobe. As we celebrate the dedication of first responders in this issue, it’s only fitting to take a page from their book and get prepared — this time, for the stylish season ahead.
I never really understood what people meant by having an “out-of-body experience” — until one winter day in early 2022.
There’s something undeniably special about September in mid-Michigan. As summer fades into fall, the region transforms into a vibrant tapestry of color, culture, and crisp autumn air. The sweltering heat of July and August gives way to comfortably cool temperatures, making it one of the most enjoyable times of the year to explore everything the area has to offer. From outdoor festivals and fall colors to harvest-season activities and high school football, September is a month that perfectly blends relaxation and excitement.
Imagine going to your job each day not knowing what challenges and tasks await you. Then, coming back to work the next day will likely be totally different for you.
Have you ever typed a deeply personal question into Google? Questions like:
With the goal of reducing America’s trade deficit, President Trump increased tariffs to rates not seen since prior to World War II. This was the stated goal behind his April 2nd “Liberation Day” when he announced these tariffs. However, economic theory suggests that tariffs will be ineffective in reducing the trade deficit.
Perched high above the Amalfi Coast, Ravello is a hilltop jewel – without a beach, a little harder to reach than its seaside neighbors, and long adored by golden-age movie stars who knew how to escape the crowds.
