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2024 Halftime Report to Clients

2024 Halftime Report to Clients

Connor Graham MBA, CRPC®Jul 9, 20241 min read

Dear Graham Wealth Management Community, Below this post, you will…

2023 Annual Letter to Clients

2023 Annual Letter to Clients

Connor Graham MBA, CRPC®Jan 25, 20241 min read

Dear Graham Wealth Management Community, Below this post, you will…

A Brilliant Mind: Charlie Munger the Investor and Strategist

A Brilliant Mind: Charlie Munger the Investor and Strategist

Connor Graham MBA, CRPC®Jan 7, 20242 min read

Charlie Munger (1924-2023) A Brilliant Mind: Charlie Munger the Investor…

A Year-End Financial Checklist

A Year-End Financial Checklist

Connor Graham MBA, CRPC®Dec 16, 20236 min read

Time to Think About Year-End Financial Strategies As we roll…

2023 Recap and 2024 Outlook: Key Events and What May Be in Store

2023 Recap and 2024 Outlook: Key Events and What May Be in Store

Connor Graham MBA, CRPC®Dec 4, 20238 min read

As we get ready to turn the page on 2023…

Preparing for the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Sunset at the End of 2025

Preparing for the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Sunset at the End of 2025

Connor Graham MBA, CRPC®Nov 1, 20236 min read

While we haven’t yet said goodbye to 2023, it’s not…

Dear Graham Wealth Management Community,Below this post, you will find a button to access the 2024 Halftime Letter to our valued clients.The …

Dear Graham Wealth Management Community, Below this post, you will find a button to access the 2023 Annual Letter to our valued …

Charlie Munger (1924-2023) A Brilliant Mind: Charlie Munger the Investor and StrategistThe world lost an investing legend in 2023 with the passing …

Time to Think About Year-End Financial Strategies As we roll into fall and the fourth quarter, now is a good time to …

As we get ready to turn the page on 2023 and welcome the new year with all its possibilities, we’d like to …

While we haven’t yet said goodbye to 2023, it’s not too early to begin thinking about any tax changes that may be …

SECURE 2.0: Changes Going Into Effect in 2024 Passed in 2019, the SECURE Act was the most substantial retirement legislation in over …

While artificial intelligence (AI) is making headlines today, the concept of “thinking machines” can be traced back to ancient philosophers and mathematicians. …

Stocks ended the week roughly where they began as investors digested a mixed set of new economic data. The Dow Jones Industrial …

Concerns that the Fed may raise interest rates soured investor sentiment, sending stocks lower in a holiday-shortened trading week. The Dow Jones …

There have been many great investors in the American stock market throughout history, but some individuals stand out as particularly noteworthy for …

You’ve done a great job teaching your children vital life lessons and instilling values that will last a lifetime. As summer ends …

Stocks retreated last week as bond yields increased following the Treasury’s announcement indicating “a larger-than-expected funding need” and a downgrade in the …

A Friday surge pushed stocks solidly into positive territory last week, ignited by cooling in an inflation gauge closely tracked by the …

Just like some of the best tech advancements have come out of tough economic times, the potential for a coming recession could …

What if your child needs braces? The cost may be as much as $6,000 for metal braces—more modern versions can run as …

Rising concerns about further rate hikes sent stocks lower to kick off the second half of trading. The Dow Jones Industrial Average …

Getting your affairs in order and outlining what you want done with your estate after you’re gone is one of the greatest …

Here is an update on the political showdown happening over the possibility the federal government will default on its debt. There are …

Senior care costs can be overwhelming, particularly when long-term care is required due to illness or medical conditions. With the number of …

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, U.S. government agencies sent out over $5 trillion in funding to help everyone – from individuals and …

The stock market is a dynamic entity that can be influenced by various economic factors. In recent months, concerns are rising about …

Stocks surged higher in the closing days of a holiday-shortened trading week, ignited by a political resolution on raising the debt ceiling …

We want to take a moment to discuss an important topic that has been making headlines lately: the heightened risk of a …

Traditional Main Street banking has long been the go-to option for individuals and businesses seeking financial services. However, SoFi (Social Finance), a …

Estate management can be a complex and daunting task for many people, but it’s a critical step in helping your assets get …

Every parent wants the best for their children and strives to prepare them to lead a happy, healthy, and successful life. But, …

According to the Investment Company Institute, near the end of 2022, there was more than $4.7 trillion in cash sitting in U.S. …

The advent of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, like OpenAI’s language model ChatGPT, is rapidly transforming numerous industries, including the world of …

Cash is king once again! Saving money for an upcoming major event, down payment on a home or car, college, emergency fund, …

How far will the market fall? Let’s look at the S&P500 market levels and historic interest rates at a very basic, and superficial …

Traditionally, I’ve been a little cautious when people say, “it’s different this time.” After all, the past few years have seen more …