Keith Blythe, Wealth Advisor, Bixler Financial

The Fed held rates steady last week.

That part was expected.

What investors didn’t get was much of a roadmap.

Kevin Warsh’s first meeting as Fed chair left markets trying to read how the Fed may respond if inflation stays elevated.

Stocks recovered after the initial reaction, but the path forward still feels harder to read. https://bixlerfinancial.com/insights/blog/market-commentary-markets-test-but-dont-fear-the-new-fed-chair/

No one wants important decisions left unclear.

Who receives what. Who manages the details. Who steps in if you can’t.

Those questions can get more complicated as your financial life grows.

This guide explains how wills and trusts can help bring structure to the people, property, and decisions that matter. https://bixlerfinancial.com/insights/blog/estate-planning-simplified-understanding-wills-trusts/

Retirement spending can be harder to plan for than many people expect.

Fixed expenses are usually easy to list. The harder part is accounting for the discretionary spending, one-time purchases, and lifestyle changes that can add up once retirement begins.

A stronger spending plan starts with more realistic assumptions. https://bixlerfinancial.com/insights/blog/dont-blow-your-budget-tips-to-create-your-retirement-spending-plan/