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The Hidden Difference Between Investing Skill and Exposure

The Hidden Difference Between Investing Skill and Exposure

by Jacob Millican | Jun 25, 2026 | Retirement, Financial Planning, Investment

Every time Warren Buffett buys or sells a stock, it becomes a headline. Earlier this year, Berkshire Hathaway disclosed that it had significantly reduced its position in Amazon while continuing to trim Apple — moves that immediately sparked speculation about whether...
How Portfolio Income Held Steady as Markets Rebounded

How Portfolio Income Held Steady as Markets Rebounded

by Jacob Millican | Jun 11, 2026 | Performance

Each month, I review how the Income Bucket is positioned, what influenced results during the month, and how the portfolio continues to evolve as opportunities emerge. May looked very different from April. Equity markets moved sharply higher even as headwinds in...
Estate Planning Is Important. So Why Delay?

Estate Planning Is Important. So Why Delay?

by Jacob Millican | May 22, 2026 | Retirement, Financial Planning, Investment, Taxes

Estate planning is one of the few areas in financial life where awareness and action consistently move in different directions. Most people recognize its importance, yet relatively few make it a priority until circumstances force the issue. According to Trust &...
How We Built Portfolio Income in Volatile Markets

How We Built Portfolio Income in Volatile Markets

by Jacob Millican | May 7, 2026 | Performance

Each month, I break down how the Income Bucket is positioned, what’s driving results, and how each part of the portfolio works together to support long-term planning. Markets remained volatile in April, with continued uncertainty around interest rates, inflation, and...
Portfolio Risk: 3 Mistakes Investors Make

Portfolio Risk: 3 Mistakes Investors Make

by Jacob Millican | Apr 23, 2026 | Financial Planning, Investment, Retirement

Most investors don’t think they are taking on too much risk. But over time, small decisions can quietly increase portfolio risk in ways that aren’t always obvious. Not because of the market. But because of how portfolios are built and managed. After years of working...
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