An emergency fund is your financial safety net when life doesn’t go as planned. In this Lessons in Financial Experiences (LIFE) video, we walk through three essential steps to help you start saving today. With a solid emergency fund, you gain not just security—but flexibility and confidence.

In this Market Update, investors are likened to cyclists enjoying a downhill ride—momentum is strong, but caution is key. The U.S. economy remains resilient, with stable employment and record-breaking corporate profits fueling growth. Interest rate cuts and tax relief have further accelerated market gains, adding nearly $9 trillion in new investor wealth. Join CAPTRUST Chief Investment Officer Mike Vogelzang as he explores what’s driving this market momentum and how investors can stay steady through the turns ahead.

There are some important tax strategies to consider adding to your checklist as you approach the end of the year.

Retirement isn’t only a financial milestone—it’s a personal one, too. This Lessons in Financial Experiences (LIFE) video explores how a sense of purpose can impact your health, and what questions you can ask yourself to help determine your purpose in retirement.

Despite recent market volatility, long-term progress remains the defining trend of both the economy and society. In this Market Update, CAPTRUST Chief Investment Officer Mike Vogelzang explores the tension between short-term fear and long-term optimism, showing how innovation, corporate growth, and global improvements continue to drive value over time. Investors are reminded: stay patient, stay optimistic—because history favors the long view.

You’ve likely seen the headlines about the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBB) signed into law on July 4, 2025. It’s a sweeping piece of legislation that expands many of the 2017 tax cuts. It also introduces new rules that may affect your income tax, estate tax, and investment planning for years to come.

Bonds can be a powerful tool to grow and protect your money, but many people don’t know how they work. In this video, we break down the basics of bonds in simple terms. Learn how bonds can help you build a balanced investment portfolio.

For most people, the middle phase of your career means two things, financially: more money and more expenses. The balancing act between investing and keeping up with the growing cost of living can be tricky, but the suggestions in this video can help you build wealth while still paying the bills.