During election season, an overwhelming barrage of messages inundate us. News networks provide an endless supply of political reporting. Video ads stream continually on our televisions, computers, billboards, and devices. It is nearly inescapable. The messages...
A lot has changed in the workforce – and human longevity – since the Social Security system was established in 1935. Nearly a century ago, retirement arrived at age 62, and many people passed away by age 65. Retirement was three years, not twenty-five or more. Today,...
Purpose and satisfaction are inextricably linked when it comes to enjoyment in life. Cultivating purpose, or finding meaning in our life’s journey, is so often connected with community. We need others, and we thrive when we have caring connections with people. Our...
The dynamic seminar was one of Carl’s final professional presentations, given just weeks before his retirement from a career spanning 31 years. Carl worked at The Capital Group, also known as American Funds, and MarsJewett benefited by his strategic partnership. Carl...
Walking alongside people in the pursuit of their financial goals, MarsJewett remains future-focused, ascribing to an ever-renewing hope in human ingenuity and progress. This drives our and most investors’ perspective that financial markets, despite periodic downturns,...
If you are interested in the new numbers affecting taxes, retirement contributions, health savings, Medicare, and more, please read or download the PDF below to have on hand.
In early October, MarsJewett was delighted to welcome so many clients and friends to our Client Appreciation Event. Historically, the firm has facilitated such events to express gratitude and provide an entertaining experience for clients. Past events have been held...
After three fantastic years of stock market growth, the financial markets diverged mightily in the first half of 2022. Headlines reported it was the worst start to a year since 1962 as both the stock and bond markets declined from their highs. Normally, stocks and...
Humanity is commencing on yet another unprecedented experience, at least financially speaking. With trillions in assets transferring from one generation to another over the next thirty years, the greatest generational transfer of wealth in history has begun. Like most...
When it comes to financial circumstances, we are susceptible to reacting differently than we anticipate. That is because our money is inextricably connected with our emotions. Do I fear further losses? Or am I excited to invest more? Both reactions, though opposite,...
