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Are You Losing Money by Letting Cash Sit Idle?
Are you sitting on cash that isn’t earning any interest? Are there better options? At Deerfield we recommend a Schwab Money Fund account that at

Selling Your RSUs: Tips for Making the Right Decision
Your company has had a great year, and everyone is looking forward to the restricted stock units (RSUs) received last year as a bonus to

The 2024 Election and Your Portfolio: Should You Be Worried?
The question I’m getting as much as any others in recent weeks is “What do you think about the election and how will it impact

Books That Shaped My Journey As a Person and Investor
Finance and personal growth might seem unrelated, but for me, they’ve always been intertwined. The books I’ve read have significantly influenced my approach to investing

How to Incorporate Tithing and Charitable Giving Into Your Financial Plan
Your financial plan is more than just numbers; it’s a reflection of what truly matters to you. By including tithing and charitable giving in your

How to Avoid Common Physician Asset Protection Mistakes
Physician asset protection mistakes are more common than you might think. Because they dedicate their careers to helping others, physicians often put their financial well-being

A Career With Purpose: The Story of My Life As a Wealth Manager
Like many people, I find myself constantly motivated by a deep sense of purpose—a kind of inner compass that influences my decisions, ignites my passions,

Higher Interest Rates: What They Could Mean for Your Portfolio and Investment Goals
Over the past few years, it seems that markets, investors, and even our own clients have been focused on interest rates and their effect on

Diversification Dilemma: Evaluating the Risk of Concentrated Stock Holdings
Despite the mountain of articles available that discuss the benefits and methods of diversification when investing, there are still many situations where an investor may

Five Books That Have Inspired Me
As an ardent reader, I’ve curated a list of five books that have left an indelible mark on my personal journey and shaped my approach

Empowering Wealth: How My Husband and I Manage and Invest Our Money
I want to let you in on a little secret: my husband and I make very similar choices in investing our money as I recommend

Boost Your Retirement Savings With Roth Conversion Benefits
Do you want to save more of your hard-earned money and boost your retirement savings? A Roth conversion might be the answer. By transferring your

Navigating Wealth: Unraveling the Differences Between Wealth Management and Investment Management
When it comes to financial advisory services, there are a lot of options out there—each with its own unique structure and approach. From a distance,

Stay Ahead of Tax Season: Your Tax Preparation Checklist
Tax time is here! As a wealth manager at Deerfield Financial Advisors, I’m all too familiar with the chaos that can occur every year around

How to Maximize Your Eli Lilly Benefits
As part of the Eli Lilly family, you have access to a range of valuable benefits designed to enhance your present and future well-being. Maximizing