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Pension vs 401k: Key Differences Explained

This guide breaks down the differences between pensions, pension plans, and retirement plans—covering how each works, who funds them, and the level of risk involved.

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Mid-Year Economic Market Update 2025

Given the market ups and downs this year, our team has unsurprisingly received a lot of questions from clients and colleagues alike about their individual financial plans, the state of the markets, the Big Beautiful Bill, the future of Social Security, and more.

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QCDs: A Tax-Smart Way to Give from Your IRA

For retirees who want to give back without overcomplicating their tax situation, QCDs offer a direct, efficient path—what I like to think of as a trail-ready giving strategy.

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