The True Cost of Delaying Retirement Contributions
Align Wealth Strategies Advisors
February 11, 2026

When life is busy, it’s easy to promise yourself you’ll “start saving later.” The catch is that retirement accounts don’t

401k Plan Sponsor Briefing – Winter 2026
Janel Cross, Managing Partner
February 9, 2026

Quick Takes Fiduciary Support Spotlight: Reducing Risk Through Outsourcing Many sponsors reduce fiduciary burden by outsourcing select responsibilities through ERISA

In Laymon’s Terms – Dec 2025
Erik Laymon, Portfolio Analyst
December 31, 2025

The December Unwrap Can you believe December is almost over? It feels like we just got here (and with our

Q4 Newsletter
Jesse Steffy, Associate Advisor
December 29, 2025

Dear Cautious Optimist, This month’s newsletter is a special one. After more than forty years of guiding individuals and families—and

In Laymon’s Terms – November 2025
Erik Laymon, Portfolio Analyst
November 30, 2025

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, and a slew of Holidays between now and early Next Year, November always feels

What the Government Shutdown Means for You
Janel Cross, Managing Partner
November 7, 2025

As of October 1st, the U.S. government entered a shutdown after lawmakers failed to agree on a temporary funding plan.

401k Plan Sponsor Briefing – Fall 2025
Janel Cross, Managing Partner
October 31, 2025

Quick Takes Spotlight: Roth Required Catch Up Contributions for High Earners in 2026 Roth catch-up provision (Secure 2.0) takes effect

In Laymon’s Terms – October 2025
Erik Laymon, Portfolio Analyst
October 31, 2025

Welcome to our monthly dive into the markets, where we separate the signal from the noise in Wall Street’s gossip.

Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence
Erik Laymon, Portfolio Analyst
October 13, 2025

Staying Safe in a High-Tech World Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence (AI)— these not just buzzwords, but two big ideas that

How to Avoid Smartphone Security Mistakes
Janel Cross, Managing Partner
October 6, 2025

It’s hard to imagine life before smartphones.  From navigating with maps to paying bills to keeping tabs on our kids,