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Lessons That Endure: Reflections on Leadership and Investing Through the Lens of Buffett, Munger, and Housel

Vice President and Senior Wealth Manager Dylan Potter, CFA, CFP®, shares lessons gathered over decades of experience in leadership and investing. Influenced by thinkers such as Warren Buffett, Charlie Munger, and Morgan Housel, he offers reflections on optimism, discipline, and the value of staying grounded through change—principles that guide not only investing but life itself.

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Why Simple Portfolios Work: Our Approach to Traditional Asset Classes & Diversification

In a world full of complex investment ideas, simplicity still has power. Eric Udvari, CFP®, CPWA®, AAMS®, Wealth Manager explains why portfolios built around stocks, bonds and ETFs continue to provide meaningful diversification and transparency for long-term investors. This video explores how interest-rates, market cycles and disciplined portfolio construction all play a role in managing risk — while keeping focus on client goals.

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Smart Giving and Spending in Retirement: A Guide to Gifts, Taxes, and Joyful Use of Wealth

Retirement is one of life’s biggest transitions—not only financially, but psychologically. Michael Carrico, CFP®, CRPC®, Wealth Manager at Howe & Rusling, reflects on why it can be difficult for many retirees to shift from a lifetime of saving to confidently spending their wealth. From reframing your mindset to understanding the role of purpose and social connection, he explores practical ways to help align your spending with your values — with the goal of helping you feel more confident and intentional in how you use what you’ve worked hard to build.

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Emergency Fund: Preparing for the Unexpected 

What is an Emergency Fund & Why is it needed?
An emergency fund is a sum of money that is saved specifically to cover negative financial surprises. These unexpected events can potentially be expensive and highly stressful if not prepared for adequately. Some of the common emergencies that people face are the loss of a job or reduction in household income, a medical emergency, immediate unexpected home repairs, or the need for a new car. Without an emergency fund in place, a financial hardship may mean resorting to less optimal ways to secure the funding – like tapping into a retirement account early or paying a higher interest rate for a personal loan. It’s important to be

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How Interest Rate Changes Impact Bonds, Stocks, and Borrowers: What Investors Need to Know 

Hi, I’m Brian, Chief Investment Officer at Howe and Rusling Wealth Management. Today I am going to talk about interest rates. Interest rates play a pivotal role in both the economy and in people’s lives, influencing a wide array of financial decisions. Interest rates can fluctuate for various reasons, including changes in inflation expectations, economic growth projections, and central bank monetary policies, which in the United States, is the Federal Reserve.

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Street$marts: Ways to Lower Your Taxable Income as a W2 Employee 

Today we are going to explore some strategies tailored specifically to W-2 employees to minimize their tax burden while maximizing their financial health. Navigating the realm of taxation can often feel like a daunting task. However, there are several straightforward methods available to employees to actively lower their taxable income, thereby retaining more of their hard-earned dollars.

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