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A Life-Changing Event Our daughter and her family experienced a horrible life-changing event this past summer. They were making home...

So many terms in the financial industry  seem mysterious and confusing, and some even sound completely made up.  The Backdoor Roth IRA...

Basic Insurance In addition to health, home, umbrella, and auto insurance, each family and most individuals should consider a few other types of insurance to protect their assets and overall financial plan. Planning for the unexpected is important, and insurance serves that purpose. It's a safety net that provides relief in times of crisis, ensuring your financial plan stays on track. It's not an investment that grows over time; it's a shield that protects your financial plan from being...

Whitaker-Myers Wealth Managers named top fifty RIA by ETF.com

Annuities “You get an annuity; you get an annuity, you get an annuity, and in fact… everyone gets an ANNUITY!”   It's not a common phrase...

Life Insurance: Term Life Insurance Specifically As followers of many of Dave Ramsey's  principles, we should be familiar with his...

After a historic campaign, Donald Trump has won the 2024 presidential election and Republicans have won control of the Senate. For half the country, this is a cause for celebration, while for the other half, this is a disappointing result that will require time to process. This reflects the divisions in our country on both social and economic matters that we hope will heal in time. The stock market has performed well across both parties It’s clear that political outcomes can influence our...

The Efficient Market Hypothesis  (EMH) The efficient market hypothesis (EMH) is a theory that suggests that share prices accurately...

How to think about the Presidential Election as it relates to my investment portfolio

John-Mark Young earns his RMA® (Retirement Management Advisor) and Advanced Certificate in Blockchain and Digital Assets designations

Whitaker-Myers Group named Wooster Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year

What is a Fee-Based Advisor? When looking for the right financial advisor , several questions should be at the top of anyone’s mind ....

I’ve inherited an IRA… now what do I do? Inherited IRAs can seem overwhelming when the time comes to inherit one. It seems...

In the world of personal finance, effectively managing debt is essential for achieving long-term financial stability. One often...

Moving our intentionality discussion further, think about this - intentionality without purpose is essentially misdirection. As discussed...

Saving for Retirement Many people have an opportunity to save for retirement through an employer-sponsored 401(k). This is a great way to save for retirement. Many plans now offer Traditional 401(k) contributions AND Roth 401(k) contributions. But what is the difference between them, and which one is better? This article will explain the similarities and differences between a Roth 401(k)  and a Traditional 401(k) and why I feel most people should save to a Roth 401(k) over a Traditional...

For most companies, the 4th quarter of the year is an essential time for registering for benefits.  According to the Bureau of Labor...

Grant Jennings joins Whitaker-Myers Wealth Managers

From conversations I’ve had, most investors have a firm grasp of why stocks move up and down (because of market trends, economy, or...

Picking up from where we left off from where we left off with Part 1 of this series , it’s probably important to discuss intentionality...