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Why Smart People Still End Up With Bad Financial Plans
Most people don’t end up with bad financial plans because they were careless — they end up there because they followed advice that used to work. Here’s why smart decisions can still lead to incomplete results.
Karrie Burger
Feb 123 min read


Love Insurance Month Isn’t About Romance — It’s About Responsibility
February is Love Insurance Month — but it’s not about romance. It’s about responsibility. If you have a family depending on you, protection planning is one of the most loving decisions you can make.
Karrie Burger
Feb 43 min read


How Retirement Has Changed in the Last Decade (And Why the Old Playbook Doesn't Work Anymore)
Retirement has changed dramatically over the past 10 years. Here’s what’s shifted — and why modern planning requires more flexibility than the old 401(k)-only playbook.
Karrie Burger
Jan 292 min read


Annuities Aren’t Bad. Bad Annuities Are Bad.
Annuities have a bad reputation — but the problem isn’t the tool itself. It’s how annuities were sold, misunderstood, and misused. This article breaks down the myths and explains where annuities actually fit in modern retirement planning.
Karrie Burger
Jan 203 min read


Roth Conversions Are Just the Beginning: Understanding Retirement Tax Events
Tax season often reveals financial decisions that create long-term tax consequences. From Roth conversions to retirement income and capital gains, understanding tax events can help you plan with more clarity and control.
Karrie Burger
Jan 123 min read


Why One-Size-Fits-All Financial Advice Falls Short — and What Real Financial Planning Looks Like
Financial headlines don’t tell the whole story. Learn why customized financial guidance matters — and how tools like life insurance and indexed strategies fit into real financial planning.
Karrie Burger
Jan 55 min read


What You Still Have Time to Review Before December 31
Every December, people feel pressure to “get their finances in order.” But year-end planning isn’t about rushing to make changes — it’s about reviewing what you already have before carrying it into another year. Here are a few key areas most people still have time to review before December 31.
Karrie Burger
Dec 17, 20254 min read
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