In Laymon’s Term – June 2025
Erik Laymon, Portfolio Analyst
June 30, 2025

Align’s Mid-Year Market Update Greetings from Align’s Investment Team! As we roll through 2025, we know the financial markets can

Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence
Erik Laymon, Portfolio Analyst
June 25, 2025

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

Q2 Newsletter
Janel Cross, Managing Partner
June 18, 2025

Dear Cautious Optimist, If the headlines have you feeling uneasy, you’re not alone. This month’s newsletter explains how Align is

In Laymon’s Term – May 2025
Erik Laymon, Portfolio Analyst
May 31, 2025

Welcome to “In Laymon’s Terms,” where we cut through Wall Street’s noise to deliver clear, practical insights. This May, we’re

Case Study: Maximizing 529
Tyler Stief, Associate Advisor
May 29, 2025

Plan Flexibility with SECURE 2.0—A Client Success Story Background Our client, a family with a long-term commitment to educational savings,

Regulatory Update – Q2 2025
Janel Cross, Managing Partner
May 6, 2025

Quick Takes Spotlight: Education, Advice & In-Plan Income Market volatility, financial stress, rising healthcare costs… these things and more may

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

In Laymon’s Terms: What’s the Deal with Bonds Today? Hey investors! It’s your friendly investment analyst, back with another “In

In Laymon’s Term – March 2025
Erik Laymon, Portfolio Analyst
March 31, 2025

Market Update: Navigating Policy Uncertainty in Spring 2025 As we wrap up the first quarter of 2025, financial markets continue

Q1 Newsletter
Janel Cross, Managing Partner
March 7, 2025

Dear Cautious Optimist, Lately, chaos and worry feel like the steady state. Political and economic news headlines might have you

In Laymon’s Terms – February 2025
Erik Laymon, Portfolio Analyst
February 28, 2025

As we settle into 2025, markets are balancing optimism with caution. Your Investment Team at Align is analyzing key trends