Finding the right gift for kids and grandkids isn’t always easy. Toys break, trends change, and clothes are quickly outgrown. That’s why more families are considering financial gifts that last far longer. A contribution toward...
Be Aware When Buying or Selling a Second Home
This article was published in the May 2025 issue of the Traverse City Business News and can be read in its entirety below. Black Walnut Wealth Management contributes articles and is featured in various media...
If Widowhood Happened Tomorrow, Would You Be Prepared?
No one wants to think about something happening to someone we love, but it’s important to be prepared. If you were to become a widow tomorrow, would you know what to do? Here, we share...
Are Your Adult Children Still Asking for Money? Here are Four Ways to Get Them to Stop Relying on You Financially
Helping your adult children financially might look as simple as covering their phone bill or as significant as contributing to a house down payment. As children transition into adulthood, most parents still have the desire...
You’ve Inherited Money, Now What Should You Do?
What would you do if you received an inheritance of money? Most people don’t think about this unless they already know it’s coming in the near future. Even then, it can be overwhelming to face...
After Your Spouse Has Passed: Your Financial Guide
It can be truly devastating to lose a loved one, and during that time, it can be hard to talk about much of anything, let alone finances. That’s one reason why working with a trusted...
Protecting Your Parents: Identifying and Preventing Elder Financial Abuse in 2022
Nobody likes to think about their parents getting older and needing assistance, but it’s the reality we face. And, as they age, they rely on us for more of the day-to-day tasks they used to...
Preparing Your Adult Children to Inherit Wealth
This article ran in the March 2022 issue of the Traverse City Business News and can be read in its entirety below. Black Walnut Wealth Management contributes articles and is featured in various media outlets....
5 Financially Savvy Gift Ideas
Learning how to handle the complexities of life is an important lesson for adults to pass on to their children and grandchildren. For the most part, personal finances are not included in the public school...
Managing a Windfall: How to Be a Good Steward of Your Inheritance
Receiving an inheritance comes with a mix of emotions. You may be grieving the loss of a loved one while feeling overwhelmed with the responsibility of managing a recent windfall. No matter the size of...