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How Much Should You Really Have Saved by Age 40, 50, 60?

May 29, 2026 Balancing Act Years Next Chapter Years Financial Planning By Advisor Holly Wanegar

Wondering how much retirement savings you should have by age 40, 50, or 60? Benchmarks can help you assess progress and adjust your financial plan.

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Graduation Season: Financial Gifts, 529 Plans, and Early Investing Strategies

May 5, 2026 College Planning Financial Planning High Net Worth By Advisor Holly Wanegar

Graduation is the perfect time to build financial habits that last a lifetime. Explore smart financial gifts like Roth IRAs, 529 plans, and early investing strategies to set graduates up for long-term success.

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As Women's Wealth Grows, Financial Confidence Must Too

February 21, 2026 Investing Financial Planning Financial Literacy Women By Advisor Holly Wanegar

The women's financial confidence gap is real – but it's not about ability. What women need to do to increase financial confidence as the majority of wealth transitions to them in the coming decades.

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What Lower Interest Rates in 2026 Could Mean for Your Wallet and Investments

February 2, 2026 Balancing Act Years Next Chapter Years Investing Financial Planning By Advisor Holly Wanegar

Interest rates are expected to decline; WHZ AVPk, Wealth Advisor Holly Wanegar shares how that may influence your investments as well as your financial plan.

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Our Most Popular Pieces of 2025 and What They Reveal About the Year Ahead

December 7, 2025 Financial Planning Financial Literacy By Advisor Holly Wanegar

When we reviewed WHZ’s most popular pieces of 2025 (all of which you can access ob our website at whzwealth.com) something interesting emerged. At first glance, the topics seemed all over the map: gifting strategies, inheritance psychology, presidential policy changes, healthcare costs, and even the new FICO credit-scoring models. But when we stepped back, a pattern came into focus: every one of these themes points to a deeper shift occurring in the financial lives of Americans—and especially in the lives of people preparing for or navigating major financial transitions.

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Beyond "Giving Tuesday": Charitable Giving Strategies for Maximum Impact and Tax Benefits

November 3, 2025 Tax Planning Charitable Giving By Advisor Holly Wanegar

While Giving Tuesday serves as a wonderful reminder to support meaningful causes, strategic charitable giving shouldn't be limited to one day, or even one season. Of course, need is present all year long. And with significant tax law changes taking effect in 2026 and evolving opportunities for tax-efficient philanthropy, now is the perfect time to develop a comprehensive charitable giving strategy that maximizes both your impact and your tax benefits.

8 Ways to Reduce Your 2025 Tax Bill Before Year’s End

September 26, 2025 Financial Planning Tax Planning By Advisor Holly Wanegar

With significant changes to tax law on the horizon and current opportunities available, proactive tax planning can help you keep more of your hard-earned money in your pocket. Here's what to know and do right now.

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Buy Now, Pay Later: What the New FICO Credit Scoring Models Mean for Your Financial Health

August 29, 2025 Financial Planning Financial Literacy By Advisor Holly Wanegar

Starting fall 2025, FICO will incorporate Buy Now, Pay Later data for the first time, which could significantly impact your credit score. Here's what to know.

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Is The FIRE Early Retirement Method Really Such A Hot Idea?

July 29, 2025 Retirement Planning By Advisor Holly Wanegar

In recent years, the FIRE movement—Financial Independence, Retire Early—has ignited passionate debate among financial professionals and retirement planners alike.

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Dream Vacation vs. Solid Retirement: How to Live Well Now While Saving for The Future

June 2, 2025 Balancing Act Years Retirement Planning Financial Planning By Advisor Holly Wanegar

Planning for your financial future requires balancing immediate needs and wants with long-term needs and aspirations. Whether you're saving for a vacation next year or retirement decades away, understanding how to approach different savings goals through strategic financial planning can help you live fully through every stage of life while still building lasting financial security.