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FINANCIAL EDUCATION & INSIGHTS

The Wela Financial Advisory Blog

A Guide to Tariffs & Market Emotions

With today’s market volatility making headlines once again, we know how important it is to stay informed about the underlying factors driving uncertainty and how we choose to handle it.

April 3, 2025
Q1 2025 Update: Navigating Market Trends

March 12, 2025

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Investment Newsletter: Reflecting & Seizing Opportunities

January 21, 2025

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Transitioning to Retirement: Are You Ready for Takeoff?

January 9, 2025

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Starting Strong: How to Set Financial Goals for 2025

January 2, 2025

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Reflecting on Your 2024 Financial Year: Crucial Questions to Ponder

December 26, 2024

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The Power of Compound Interest: 3 Key Thoughts

December 18, 2024

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Building A Retirement You're Proud Of

December 4, 2024

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December 2024, Financial Planning Newsletter: 10 Year-End Tax Strategies

December 4, 2024

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Plan Ahead: The Power of a Holiday Sinking Fund

November 27, 2024

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Essential Tips for Choosing the Right Employee Benefits

November 13, 2024

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Planning for Health Care in Retirement: How to be prepared

November 7, 2024

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The Importance of Setting Beneficiaries on All Accounts

October 30, 2024

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3 Myths and 3 Truths: Elections and Markets

October 24, 2024

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End Of Life Planning: Transferring your retirement wealth

October 16, 2024

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Navigating Rate Cuts, Growth Opportunities, and Dividend Resurgence: October 2024, Investment Newsletter

October 9, 2024

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The Power of Automating Your Savings

October 3, 2024

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5 Essential Books for Basic Financial Literacy, Budgeting, and Planning

September 25, 2024

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Fed Lowers Interest Rates: What It Means for You and the Economy

September 19, 2024

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The Role of Inflation in Your Investment Strategy

September 12, 2024

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Health Insurance Options Explained: Making Informed Choices

September 5, 2024

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5 Common Tax Deductions You Might Be Missing

August 30, 2024

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Mastering the Art of Budgeting for Financial Success

August 21, 2024

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Maximizing Retirement Contributions: A Comprehensive Guide

August 15, 2024

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Does it feel like the sky is falling and the market is melting down?

August 8, 2024

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August Financial Planning Newsletter- College Planning Checklist

August 1, 2024

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State of Texas Tax Considerations for Residents

July 31, 2024

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Investment Newsletter-Wela Financial Advisory-July 2024

July 29, 2024

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Do you know your 401(k) options?

July 24, 2024

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The Power of Compounding: Building Wealth Over Time

July 17, 2024

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Financial Planning Newsletter- Backdoor Roth Contributions and Roth Conversions

July 5, 2024

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Understanding GDP and Its Impact on Your Finances

July 3, 2024

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The True Cost of Higher Education: How to Plan Ahead

June 21, 2024

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Managing Risk: Strategies for a Secure Financial Future

June 12, 2024

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Financial Planning Newsletter- The Importance of Cash Management

June 4, 2024

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The Impact of Tax Changes on Your Financial Future

May 16, 2024

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Balancing Risk and Reward in Your Investment Portfolio

May 8, 2024

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The Pros and Cons of Different "Savings" Accounts

May 3, 2024

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Key Factors in Retirement Planning since the SECURE Act 2.0

April 25, 2024

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Breaking Free of Debt: Debt Management Strategies

April 19, 2024

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The Financial Impact of a Global Crisis: Lessons Learned

April 10, 2024

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Adapting to Change: Resilience and Growth in Today's Investment Environment

April 1, 2024

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Avoiding Common Estate Planning Mistakes

March 20, 2024

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Teaching Money Skills Early: financial literacy for your children

March 6, 2024

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Tax Planning: Tips to Reduce Your Tax Liability

February 28, 2024

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Understanding Investment Strategies: Stocks v. Bonds

February 21, 2024

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Building a Solid Emergency Fund: Why It Matters

February 14, 2024

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Financial Planning Through Different Life Stages: A Roadmap

February 7, 2024

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How Current Events Affect Your Financial Decisions

January 31, 2024

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A Glimpse into 2024: Unpacking Market Dynamics

January 9, 2024

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5 Strategies to Help Safeguard your Investments during Economic Uncertainty

December 20, 2023

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Estate Planning Essentials: Crafting a Lasting Legacy

December 13, 2023

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5 College Savings Strategies Every Parent Should Know

December 6, 2023

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Protecting Your Future

November 29, 2023

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Understanding Tax-Efficient Investing

November 22, 2023

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Unlocking the Secrets to a Wealthy Retirement

November 15, 2023

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5 Essential Tips for Effective Cash Management

November 8, 2023

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Investing in a High-Yield World

September 27, 2023

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Interest Rates and Inflation

June 12, 2023

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Should you fear a prolonged recession?

March 15, 2023

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EOY 2022 and Q1 2023 Update

January 6, 2023

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Stay the course!

April 5, 2022

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Russia Ukraine Conflict (audio included)

February 28, 2022

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A challenging year ahead

January 5, 2022

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Monitoring Inflation

October 11, 2021

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Welcome Back!

July 5, 2021

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Economy Stays Strong

April 5, 2021

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