Stonewood Financial Blog

What AI Says You Should Focus on in the Year Ahead

Artificial intelligence tools - like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s NotebookLM - will increasingly impact the way...

Using Social Media for Lead Generation: Best Practices for LinkedIn & Facebook

Are you finding leads online? Are you building trust with your clients and prospects on the platforms where they’re...

Four Ways to Evaluate the Election for Your Clients

The election is almost here, and it could have a BIG impact on our clients and their retirement assets. Will the Trump...

Embracing Innovation in Financial Planning

As we approach a pivotal election, financial advisors must remain vigilant about the legislative risks that could...

Why September is the Perfect Month to Address the Risk from Washington

September brings autumn temperatures, back-to-school vibes, and the return of the pumpkin spice latte. But September...

Mitigating Legislative Risk in Retirement: The Critical Role of IRMAA and IRA Strategies

It’s Legislative Risk Awareness Month, and today I want to share one of the clearest examples of Legislative Risk many...

Navigating the Digital Frontier: A Modern Financial Advisor’s Guide to Thriving Online

In an era where digital transformation is not just a trend but a necessity, financial advisors find themselves at a...

A Hidden Risk Comes to Light: Preparing Your Clients for Sequence of Returns Risk

Pop Quiz: What’s a big risk of retirement that doesn’t matter much while you’re saving… but can matter a LOT once...

Maximizing Returns: Driving Alpha with Annuities

When you and your clients think about annuities, what comes to mind?