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Federal Reserve Signals Supportive Economic Outlook with Rate Cuts and Inflation Progress
On September 17, 2025, the Federal Reserve took a forward-looking step by lowering interest rates by 0.25%, bringing the federal funds target range to 4.00%–4.25%. This marks the first rate cut since December 2024 and reflects the Fed’s commitment to supporting the economy amid signs of softening growth and labor market conditions.
Fall Benefit Review: Why Now Is the Time to Take a Fresh Look
As we move into October, many employers are opening their annual benefit enrollment period. While the choices you make may feel routine, fall is an excellent time to step back and think about how your benefits fit into your broader financial plan.
The Fall Financial Reset: September Is the New January
Fall naturally brings structure: kids back in school, vacations behind us, and routines returning. With four months left in the year, it’s the perfect time to pause, reset, and make small adjustments that can have an outsized impact. At Plan & Prosper, we call it your “second January.”
Why Talking About Money Is the Most Powerful Thing You Can Do (Especially for Women)
What You Need to Know AboutWhy Talking About Money Is the Most Powerful Thing You Can Do (Especially for Women)By Ruthanne Monteleone, CFP® & Seth Borders CFP®, CPWA®We’ll talk about almost anything—health, relationships, career struggles—but when it comes to...
Weekly Market Commentary
Market Commentary | June 22nd, 2026
The week of June 15, 2026, was anchored by a highly anticipated Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, the first under newly appointed Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, which prompted a shift in monetary policy expectations.
Market Commentary | June 15th, 2026
The past week was highlighted by a landmark capital markets event, as SpaceX completed a record-setting initial public offering (IPO), alongside economic data that pointed to steady growth with persistent inflation pressures.
Market Commentary | June 8th, 2026
SpaceX is expected to become one of the most valuable companies in the world, with valuations reportedly approaching $1.5 to $2 trillion. At that size, it would rank among the largest companies in the U.S. equity market. Yet even at that scale, it may not immediately appear in widely used market indexes such as the S&P 500.