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Money Game Change

April 7, 2026April 7, 2026 Jared Friedman CFP®Financial Planning

Your parents built wealth in a world with pensions, cheap houses, stable careers, and interest on savings that actually beat inflation. You don’t live in that world. Today, the winners are the ones who allocate capital—money, time, attention—toward leverage and […]

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How Rising Gasoline Prices Affect Us

March 31, 2026March 31, 2026 Jared Friedman CFP®Financial Planning

The price of gasoline at the pump is one of the direct ways the conflict in Iran affects our everyday lives. Gasoline prices are prominently displayed and updated frequently, and filling up on at least a weekly basis is a […]

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Estate planning: It’s about more than just a will

March 25, 2026March 25, 2026 Jared Friedman CFP®Financial Planning

When people hear “estate planning,” they often think of something reserved for the ultra-wealthy or much later in life. But the truth is, estate planning is for anyone who wants to stay in control of their choices, protect their loved […]

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Backdoor Roth IRA

March 18, 2026March 18, 2026 Jared Friedman CFP®Financial Planning

The backdoor Roth IRA is an invaluable tax-planning tool for high-income individuals who want to maximize their tax-advantaged retirement savings. While direct Roth IRA contributions are restricted once your modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) exceeds certain limits ($144,000 for single […]

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How $100 Oil and the Middle East Conflict May Affect Your Portfolio

March 10, 2026March 10, 2026 Jared Friedman CFP®Financial Planning

The ongoing conflict in Iran and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz have pushed oil prices sharply higher. Both Brent crude and WTI have jumped from around $70 per barrel to around $100 in just a few days, […]

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