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Market headlines can be overwhelming, especially in times of uncertainty. At Evensky & Katz / Foldes, we understand that economic shifts, policy changes, and market fluctuations can trigger real concerns about your financial future. In the letter below, our Chief Investment Officer, Lane Jones, shares insights on the current market environment, the impact of recent…

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Family Planning

The Growing Phenomenon of Grey Divorce: What Older Couples Should Know
- Roxanne Alexander
- H. Frances Reaves, Esq.
While divorce rates have generally declined in recent decades, one demographic has bucked this trend: couples over the age of 50. Dubbed “grey divorce,” this growing phenomenon presents unique challenges that younger divorcees typically don’t face. As empty nests, changing social norms, and desires for personal fulfillment drive more long-term marriages apart, those involved must…
Business Owners Career Tax Planning

SECURE 2.0 Roth Catch-Up Rule: What High Earners Need to Know Before 2026
- Scott DeCecchis
Beginning January 1, 2026, a key provision of the SECURE Act 2.0 will take effect that reshapes how retirement plan catch-up contributions are handled. Known as the SECURE 2.0 Roth catch-up rule, this change will require anyone age 50 or older who earned more than $145,000 in wages from their employer in the previous year…
RIA Perspectives

The Backbone of Your RIA: Building a Best-in-Class Client Services Team
- Courtney Grusendorf
In a competitive wealth management landscape, your Client Services team can be your greatest differentiator. A thriving Registered Investment Advisory (RIA) firm isn’t just built on strong financial planning and investment strategies—it’s also built on an exceptional Client Services team. The Client Services department is the backbone of client relationships, ensuring that every interaction is…
Financial Literacy & Fundamentals

A New Addition, A New Plan: Financial Planning for Expecting Parents
- Flavio Landivar
Bringing home your first child is one of life’s most exciting milestones—and also one of the most transformative. You and your partner are stepping into new roles, new routines, and yes, new responsibilities. Financial planning strategies might not be the most glamorous part of preparing for a baby, but having a clear plan can bring…
Business Owners

Choosing the Right Fiduciary Support for Your Business’s Retirement Plan: 3(21) vs. 3(38)
- Scott DeCecchis
As a business owner, managing your company’s retirement plan can feel like a balancing act. You want to offer a quality retirement plan to your employees while ensuring it meets regulatory requirements and stays competitive. One of the most important decisions you’ll face is selecting the right fiduciary support for your plan. The two primary…
Career Financial Literacy & Fundamentals

The 401(k) You Left Behind — Wealth Management and Financial Planning Strategies to Protect Your Future
- Scott DeCecchis
If you’ve ever switched jobs (and most of us have), chances are you left a retirement account behind. Maybe you figured it’s best left untouched — or maybe you just forgot about it altogether. But rolling over your old 401(k) into your current employer’s plan or into an IRA might be one of the easiest…