Michael Maehl

Four types of wealth are equally important to our overall well-being. They include financial, social, physical, and time. I want to address the financial portion, as that can affect all of them.

Reluctant investors could be at risk of long-term regret

Savings diversification, time measured in years said to improve outcome

August 17, 2023

Michael Maehl

The market has rallied over 25% since last October. The S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, and Nasdaq composite have been trading around new 52-week highs. In theory, this means we've entered a new bull market. However, many people simply don't

Investing after retirement may prolong income

Stocks can hedge against interest-rate, inflation risks

August 3, 2023

Michael Maehl

We talk with folks daily about what they want their investments to do for them during retirement. Many presume their time horizon ends at retirement, rather than stretching over an entire lifetime or beyond, depending on their spouse's age,

Longer life span underscores need for financial reassessment

Target-date model may come up short as couples live longer

April 13, 2023

Michael Maehl

Long-term risk. This refers to the ongoing challenge we always have as investors. It's not what most folks like to hear, but understanding and accepting that there is no way you can control the markets-or your investments-is

Some tactics can reduce liabilities for passing wealth

Gifts to future generations aided with efficient plans

March 16, 2023

Michael Maehl

When it comes to gifting assets to future generations, many families are rightfully concerned about the potential tax effect. In other words, how and when should they pass down their assets to ensure that the greatest amount possible actually gets to