Markets have always gone through ups and downs. What feels different today is how loud everything has become. Investors are surrounded by constant updates, predictions, and breaking news. One week it’s artificial intelligence and rapid...
4 Year-Long Tax Tips for Retirees
Whether you’re just easing out of the workforce or you’ve been in retirement for a few years, making the right financial moves is critical. Whether you’re working with an advisor or handling your own finances,...
Financial Resolutions for the New Year: Fewer Decisions. More Confidence.
As a new year begins, many people set financial resolutions like “save more” or “spend less.” Those goals are important. But for many families, especially in this stage of life, the bigger goal is something...
Preparing the Next Generation(s) for Family Wealth
Over the next few decades, an extraordinary amount of wealth will move from older to younger generations. Often called the “Great Wealth Transfer,” estimates suggest that more than $124 trillion will change hands by 2048....
Investing in Their Future: 4 Smart Financial Gifts for Kids and Grandkids
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...
How to Choose the “Right” Financial Advisor for You
Finding the right financial advisor can be overwhelming. There’s a lot at stake, the options are confusing, and the fear of choosing wrong is real — especially when your retirement, family legacy, or financial peace...
Smart Retirement Moves – Effective Tax-Strategies for Retirees
This article was published in the August 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...
Looking for Something to Do in Retirement? Consider Volunteering
Volunteering is a powerful way to make a difference in your community while reaping numerous personal benefits. Engaging in volunteer work not only enhances the lives of those you are helping but also has profound...
Top Financial Planning Challenges In the First 10 Years of Retirement
This article was published at Forbes.com in September 2023 and can be read in its entirety below. Click here for a link to the original article. Black Walnut Wealth Management contributes articles and is featured in various...
3 Common Money Mistakes Retirees Make
This article was published at Forbes.com in August 2023 and can be read in its entirety below. Click here for a link to the original article. Black Walnut Wealth Management contributes articles and is featured...