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2025 Market Outlook

Learn why short-term market predictions often fall short and how Trajan Wealth looks at a “median” estimate instead, highlighting a range of returns over asset classes that should capture the bulk of probable future outcomes.

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3 ways to save for your child's retirement
Retirement Planning

3 Ways to Save for Your Child’s Retirement

Helping your child save for retirement starts with financial education and discussing the importance of saving for their future. Besides financial education, there are strategies to help them get a head start on their retirement savings. Life Insurance, 529 plans, and Roth IRAs are all great options to discuss with your financial profesisonal.

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Memorial Day 2023

On this Memorial Day, we must pay tribute and respect to the brave souls who laid down their lives for our beloved nation. We are blessed to reside in the greatest country on earth, and it’s our responsibility to uphold their legacy by striving towards excellence.

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April 2023 Market Review

Currently, the Federal Reserve Bank is selling assets from its balance sheet, decreasing the money supply and shrinking the monetary base, adding more concern to the banking industry and the market. With tightening money supply and higher interest rates, it is unrealistic to expect equity market returns higher than the growth in corporate profits. Investors today cannot rely on that past growth moving forward.

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7 ways to increase Social Security Benefits
Retirement Planning

7 Ways To Boost Social Security Benefits

There is no one size fits all age; your unique circumstances and goals will dictate the appropriate time for you to take Social Security retirement benefits. Some SS strategies may boost your monthly benefit amount, helping you get the most from your SS benefits.

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Education

10 Games to Teach Kids Financial Literacy

When is the last time you played Monopoly? Financial literacy activities may help prepare children for financial confidence in adulthood and help parents and children feel more comfortable talking about money. Teaching children about money and financial literacy using games can make learning fun. Here, we outline ten financial literacy games for kids of various ages.

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