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Aimee Hatlestad
March 12, 2026
Financial Planning

How a Financial Advisor Can Support Women After Divorce

Aimee Hatlestad
March 12, 2026
Financial Planning
How a Financial Advisor Can Support Women After Divorce

Life after a major transition brings new responsibilities and financial complexity. This article explains how a financial advisor can help women organize, evaluate, and align their financial strategy with their goals for the future.

Aimee Hatlestad
March 12, 2026
Financial Wellness

3 Timeless Investing Lessons From Warren Buffett’s Final Letter

Aimee Hatlestad
March 12, 2026
Financial Wellness
3 Timeless Investing Lessons From Warren Buffett’s Final Letter

In his final shareholder letter, Warren Buffett shared lessons shaped by decades of investing and life experience. These reflections offer a grounded perspective on mistakes, progress, and staying focused on what matters most.

Aimee Hatlestad
February 9, 2026
Financial Planning

Why More Women Are Choosing Female Financial Advisors

Aimee Hatlestad
February 9, 2026
Financial Planning
Why More Women Are Choosing Female Financial Advisors

As women take the financial lead in their households, they’re rethinking who they trust for advice. Increasingly, they’re leaving male advisors behind and choosing women who offer deeper connection and shared understanding.

Aimee Hatlestad
February 2, 2026
Financial Planning

The Upside of Low Expectations

Aimee Hatlestad
February 2, 2026
Financial Planning
The Upside of Low Expectations

Whether navigating daily life or turbulent markets, having modest expectations can lead to more peace of mind. This article unpacks how mindset influences satisfaction and well-being.

Aimee Hatlestad
January 5, 2026
Financial Planning

AI Fatigue Is Growing — What Investors Should Know

Aimee Hatlestad
January 5, 2026
Financial Planning
AI Fatigue Is Growing — What Investors Should Know

The AI narrative in financial media is shifting—from optimism to fatigue. This article explores what that means for investors, why cycles of hype and skepticism are normal, and how to stay grounded in a long-term plan when market sentiment swings.

Aimee Hatlestad
January 2, 2026
Retirement Planning

Retirement Dress Rehearsal: Testing Your Financial Plan Before You Retire

Aimee Hatlestad
January 2, 2026
Retirement Planning
Retirement Dress Rehearsal: Testing Your Financial Plan Before You Retire

A paper plan only gets you so far. Running a two-month retirement trial lets you experience your budget in real life, helping you refine your strategy and make adjustments now, before you’re relying on that plan to support your full-time retirement lifestyle.

Aimee Hatlestad
December 8, 2025
Financial Wellness

Caring for a Loved One? Here’s How to Ease the Financial and Emotional Burden of Caregiving

Aimee Hatlestad
December 8, 2025
Financial Wellness
Caring for a Loved One? Here’s How to Ease the Financial and Emotional Burden of Caregiving

Caring for a parent or relative changes your life financially and emotionally. This article explores the real costs of caregiving, tools like tax breaks and workplace benefits, and ways to protect both what matters: your loved ones and your own well-being.

Aimee Hatlestad
December 4, 2025
Financial Planning

The Costanza Investment Strategy

Aimee Hatlestad
December 4, 2025
Financial Planning
The Costanza Investment Strategy

Seinfeld’s George Costanza might seem like an unlikely financial guide, but his antics reveal how our instincts can sabotage investment decisions. Here’s how to counter them with thoughtful strategy.

Aimee Hatlestad
December 1, 2025
Education Planning

OBBBA Brings Big Changes to 529 Plans and New Opportunities for Families

Aimee Hatlestad
December 1, 2025
Education Planning
OBBBA Brings Big Changes to 529 Plans and New Opportunities for Families

The OBBBA’s 2025 updates to 529 plans expand how families can use education savings, from higher education to K–12 learning and career training, with more flexibility and increased withdrawal limits.

Aimee Hatlestad
November 10, 2025
Financial Planning, Lifestyle

How to Make Holiday Giving a Meaningful Family Tradition

Aimee Hatlestad
November 10, 2025
Financial Planning, Lifestyle
How to Make Holiday Giving a Meaningful Family Tradition

Want to make holiday traditions more meaningful? Discover how charitable giving can unite your family, reflect your values, and create lasting impact beyond the season.

Aimee Hatlestad
November 5, 2025
Financial Planning

Are Stocks Really Overvalued? Understanding Today’s Market Metrics

Aimee Hatlestad
November 5, 2025
Financial Planning
Are Stocks Really Overvalued? Understanding Today’s Market Metrics

Market headlines often exaggerate risks to grab attention. This article examines two popular talking points, high valuations and margin debt, and reveals why neither tells the full story for long-term investors.

Aimee Hatlestad
November 3, 2025
Lifestyle

Winter Wellness Strategies to Boost Energy, Mood, and Resilience

Aimee Hatlestad
November 3, 2025
Lifestyle
Winter Wellness Strategies to Boost Energy, Mood, and Resilience

When winter routines slip, so can your energy, focus, and well-being. Learn how to combat seasonal sluggishness with simple habits that support your health and mindset—without needing a complete lifestyle overhaul.

Aimee Hatlestad
October 13, 2025
Financial Planning

Mastering the Mental Game of Investing

Aimee Hatlestad
October 13, 2025
Financial Planning
Mastering the Mental Game of Investing

Investing success isn’t about flawless stock picks. It’s about how you respond to pressure. Explore how to build the mental game that helps you stay steady through uncertainty.

Aimee Hatlestad
October 13, 2025
Estate Planning

2025 Estate Planning Checklist: Key Documents to Review Now

Aimee Hatlestad
October 13, 2025
Estate Planning
2025 Estate Planning Checklist: Key Documents to Review Now

Estate planning isn’t set-it-and-forget-it. With new tax laws and life changes, now’s the time to review your estate documents to keep your legacy aligned with your goals.

Aimee Hatlestad
October 6, 2025
Financial Wellness

Medicare Open Enrollment: What to Know Before You Choose

Aimee Hatlestad
October 6, 2025
Financial Wellness
Medicare Open Enrollment: What to Know Before You Choose

Medicare open enrollment is your annual opportunity to reassess your healthcare coverage. Learn what you can change, what to evaluate, and how to avoid higher costs or gaps in coverage before the window closes.

Aimee Hatlestad
September 30, 2025
Financial Planning

Is the AI Bubble About to Burst?

Aimee Hatlestad
September 30, 2025
Financial Planning
Is the AI Bubble About to Burst?

Whether AI is a bubble or not, the real question is how you respond when fear dominates the headlines. This piece explores why long-term discipline—not short-term prediction—is the trait that separates successful investors from emotional ones.

Aimee Hatlestad
September 15, 2025
Financial Wellness

From Piggy Banks to Philanthropy: Raising Charitable-Minded Kids

Aimee Hatlestad
September 15, 2025
Financial Wellness
From Piggy Banks to Philanthropy: Raising Charitable-Minded Kids

Teaching children the value of giving doesn't require large donations. It starts with small, consistent actions. This article offers practical strategies for raising charitable kids through empathy, family involvement, and hands-on giving opportunities that grow with them.

Aimee Hatlestad
September 8, 2025
Tax Planning

8 Key Tax Deductions from the OBBBA That Could Lower Your Tax Bill

Aimee Hatlestad
September 8, 2025
Tax Planning
8 Key Tax Deductions from the OBBBA That Could Lower Your Tax Bill

Tax season will look different for 2025 thanks to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Learn how new and expanded deductions could affect your tax liability and financial planning for years to come.

Aimee Hatlestad
August 11, 2025
Financial Wellness

Maximize Your Employee Benefits During Open Enrollment

Aimee Hatlestad
August 11, 2025
Financial Wellness
Maximize Your Employee Benefits During Open Enrollment

Salary gets all the attention, but your benefits package may hold just as much value. With open enrollment around the corner, now’s the time to look closely at your health plan, retirement savings, and insurance options.

Aimee Hatlestad
August 4, 2025
Financial Wellness

How to Safeguard Your Identity in a Digital World

Aimee Hatlestad
August 4, 2025
Financial Wellness
How to Safeguard Your Identity in a Digital World

With identity theft cases on the rise, knowing how to protect your information is more important than ever. This article walks through what to watch for, when to take action, and how to build stronger defenses.

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