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Expand Your Circle in Retirement
When people picture retirement, they think of freedom. But what many don’t expect is how quickly their social world shrinks. In today’s video, we are going to talk about how retirement can be a rare opportunity to build a circle that fits who you are now.
Social Media Impact On Your Money Mindset
With the ever increasing amount of influence from the twenty four hour news cycle and social media, there are a variety of viewpoints on how the media, in particular social media like Instagram, Tik Tok, and Facebook influences our society – both good and bad. But in this video, we want to discuss how social media can impact our money mindset.
Five Ways to Protect Seniors From Financial Abuse
With advances in technology and an increase in ne’er do wells on a global scale, it’s more important than ever to help protect your loved ones from financial abuse. In this video, we are going to discuss five ways you can help protect your loved ones from financial abuse.
Economic & Market Updates
Summer 2026 Economic & Market Update
As we start the second half of 2026, we wanted to take a few moments to provide an update on our current outlook for the U.S. economy and financial markets. While there has certainly been no shortage of headlines over the past several months, we believe it’s important to separate the day-to-day noise from the longer-term trends that continue to shape the investment landscape.
May 2026 Market Update
As we move through the second quarter of 2026, we're taking a closer look at the economic and market trends shaping today's investment environment. In this update, we discuss inflation, interest rates, Federal Reserve policy, geopolitical developments, market volatility, and the factors we're watching as we navigate an increasingly uncertain landscape.
January 2026 Market Outlook
As we begin 2026, we're taking a look at the economic and market trends that may shape the year ahead. In this update, we share our perspective on inflation, Federal Reserve policy, interest rates, economic growth, corporate earnings, and the factors we're monitoring as we navigate an environment that continues to be resilient despite ongoing uncertainty.
Recent Updates
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October 01, 2026
Great night celebrating the launch of the 12th edition of The Scout Guide Triad at The Pyrle!
We’re proud to have RLR Wealth Management featured again this year and to be part of a guide that highlights so many of the great local businesses, entrepreneurs, and organizations that make the Triad such a special community.
Thank you to The Scout Guide Triad for another great kickoff party and for continuing to support and celebrate all things local. We’re excited to be part of Volume 12!
Research & Insights
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September Investment Perspectives
In this issue, we discuss how the labor market is still doing the heavy lifting, the details surrounding recent U.S. Treasury news, and how the midterms may impact the markets.
The Changing Medicare Landscape: Why it Matters to Your Retirement Plan
Medicare is more than a health care decision. With several cost and coverage changes taking effect in 2026, reviewing your Medicare choices can help keep your retirement plan aligned with your income needs, health care priorities, and life goals.
AI-Enabled Scams Are Becoming Harder to Detect. Here’s How to Protect Yourself.
AI scams are becoming more sophisticated and harder to identify. Knowing the warning signs can help you slow down, verify what you are seeing or hearing, and better protect your personal information and financial accounts.