
AI Disruptions, Tariff Tensions, and Fed Uncertainty
January 2025 marked a volatile yet positive start to the year. Investors now face fresh challenges from AI disruptions, tariffs, and shifting Federal Reserve expectations.
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January 2025 marked a volatile yet positive start to the year. Investors now face fresh challenges from AI disruptions, tariffs, and shifting Federal Reserve expectations.
The September effect lived up to its reputation again. The markets saw negative monthly returns, but we’re cautiously optimistic this fall. Tapering interest rates are on the horizon.
While investors grapple with geopolitical uncertainties, gold investments become a shiny alternative (again). Take a breather and read a quick review of the positive and negative factors aspects of this past quarter.
Tax-advantage strategies like Roth IRA conversions can save money on income taxes during retirement but, there are some penalties to note.
2024 is coming up quickly. Here are five smart tax-saving strategies you can implement in your financial planning session.
As 3rd quarter is wrapping up, it is time to refocus on your comprehensive financial review. Here is a checklist from Trajan Wealth to get started.
This August’s markets had some sobering reminders for investors. One of the most important? Given the size of the Chinese economy, further weakness could spill over to the world markets – adding to already slowing growth.
Marti has over 12 years as a fiduciary advisor specializing in working with people close to retirement or already retired. Her primary focus is on creating income plans that maximize their benefits in the most tax-efficient manner. In fact, Marti always considers taxation when advising clients.
Understanding her client’s temperament for risk, Marti helps design customized and trackable plans. Working at Trajan Wealth suits her because “being a fiduciary advisor allows me to offer unbiased advice without an agenda or judgment.” She takes a lot of time to learn about her clients. “I learn their hopes and dreams, what they want their life to include, and if they want to leave a legacy when they pass. What is important to them allows me to build a financial plan that is much more meaningful.”
Her approachable personality comes along with high-powered credentials. Over the years, Marti has had many speaking engagements and co-hosted a financial talk radio show on 105.1FM, “The Big Talker.”