Gabe Fransen | May 16, 2024 At Strategic Financial Group we feel that retirement planning is a crucial part of your financial journey, and the earlier you start, it is likely you’ll be better prepared for your golden years. In this article we will discuss various strategies that can be Read more…
Gabe Fransen | April 19, 2024 If you’re new to the options game, you might feel overwhelmed by the jargon and complex strategies. We wanted to break down the basics of two fundamental options contracts to help educate you in this area: puts and calls. By the end of this Read more…
Gabe Fransen | March 19, 2024 As folks near retirement age and start thinking about their social security benefit, there are many things to consider when determining when to start receiving that extra paycheck. One area that is often not easily understood is the impact of one’s earned income while Read more…
Gabe Fransen | February 16, 2024 Transitioning jobs often involves leaving behind retirement accounts, such as a 401(k) provided by a previous employer. While it may be tempting to overlook these accounts amidst the flurry of change, neglecting them can lead to missed opportunities for financial growth. Let’s explore the Read more…
Gabe Fransen | January 19, 2024 Banking Crisis The 2023 banking crisis highlighted the vulnerability of the banking sector that faced a number of challenges, including the sudden rise in interest rates and the failure of several banks: Student Loan Payments Resume Student Loan Payments started again in October after Read more…
Gabe Fransen | November 21, 2023 As we gather around our tables to give thanks this season, we extend our warmest wishes for a joyous Thanksgiving to you and your loved ones. In the spirit of gratitude, we’re reflecting on the many reasons to be thankful, especially when it comes Read more…
Gabe Fransen | October 19, 2023 The world of finance and investing is not isolated to the happenings of the world, rather it is intertwined in the web of geopolitical events that shape our global landscape. Geopolitical events, such as wars, trade disputes, elections, and natural disasters, have a profound Read more…
October 18, 2023 Last quarter, we mentioned that we were likely to see a pause in the market after stellar performance the first half of the year. We expected we may see some “backing & filling”, profit taking, and maybe even as much as a 10% correction. The market was Read more…
Gabe Fransen | September 25, 2023 Retirement planning has always been a significant concern for individuals, but in recent years, the focus has also shifted towards employers playing a pivotal role in ensuring their employees’ financial security during retirement. One of the most popular retirement savings vehicles in the United Read more…
