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,

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

Fed’s First Rate Cut of 2025 – What Difference Will It Make? Hello readers, it’s time once again to gaze

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

Steady Growth Amid Bumps in the Road Hey everyone, it’s your friendly neighborhood analyst and wealth advisors checking-in. As we

Q3 Newsletter
Jesse Steffy, Associate Advisor
August 29, 2025

Dear Cautious Optimist, Planning for the future isn’t about having all the answers today—it’s about making thoughtful choices that can

What Employers Should Know About Trump Accounts ​
Janel Cross, Managing Partner
August 22, 2025

A new type of savings plan, known as Trump Accounts, is set to launch for children born between 2025 and

Blueberries and Bank Accounts
David Graves, Operations Manager
August 4, 2025

A Sweet Lesson in Saving for the Future This past week, Dave and his family went blueberry picking—not to stock

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

Hello investors! Welcome back to “In Laymon’s Terms,” where we cut through Wall Street’s noise to deliver sound insights. As

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