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28 Dec 2023
Cogent Strategic Wealth
Choosing a Financial Advisor? Ask These Five Critical Questions
As someone who has achieved personal financial success, hiring the right team of wealth management professionals is one of the most important decisions you will...
15 Dec 2023
Cogent Strategic Wealth
Cogent Conversations for 2024 Financial Planning
As 2023 nears its end, it’s time to think about specific financial tasks you can do before year-end to assist in your tax planning efforts...
28 Nov 2023
Cogent Strategic Wealth
Purposeful Investing Strategies for 2024
As 2024 approaches, it’s more evident than ever that investing is not just about accumulating wealth— it’s about making a meaningful impact on those you...
20 Nov 2023
Cogent Strategic Wealth
Unlocking the Power of Purposeful Giving With a Fiduciary Advisor
You’re at the pinnacle of your career, building a substantial income and assets. You’re active, busy, and are motivated to continue growing. While success is...
30 Oct 2023
Cogent Strategic Wealth
From Aspiration to Action: The Power of SMART Financial Goals
When you watch the news headlines today, there is talk of a looming recession in 2024, inflation continues to be a problem, and market volatility...
13 Oct 2023
Cogent Strategic Wealth
Pursuing Financial Independence with a Fee-Only Fiduciary Advisor
What does financial independence mean to you? Do you have a financial plan that is fashioned around the pursuit of your financial goals? Is that...
25 Sep 2023
Cogent Strategic Wealth
Three Advantages When You Partner With A Fiduciary Wealth Advisor
A term you will hear when you discuss wealth management is “fiduciary.” But what does it mean to be a fiduciary wealth advisor, and how...
21 Sep 2023
Cogent Strategic Wealth
Trust & Transparency: Why Hire a Chicago Fee-Only Financial Advisor
One phrase should stand out when you think about managing your money: trust and transparency. Trust and transparency are twin cornerstones in wealth management, particularly...
18 Sep 2023
Cogent Strategic Wealth
Reassessing the Relationship with Your Chicago Financial Advisor
Like any important relationship, your connection with your financial advisor should hinge on mutual respect and trust with a shared vision of your financial future....
31 Aug 2023
Cogent Strategic Wealth
Grow Your Wealth by Giving: The Tax Benefits of Family Gifts
A frequent question we field from people we meet is, “Can you gift money to family members tax-free?” The answer is a resounding yes! This...
16 Aug 2023
Cogent Strategic Wealth
Why Successful Entrepreneurs Use the Services of a Fiduciary Wealth Manager
Over the years, we’ve met many successful entrepreneurs, business owners, professionals, and retirees who have told us that while they have accumulated substantial wealth, they...
7 Aug 2023
Cogent Strategic Wealth
What Does a Recession Mean For Me and My Portfolio?
A lot of people are stressed right now and have questions related to the economy. Recession concerns have been a fixture in the news lately,...