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Grow Wealthy with Compounded Returns
During your 40’s, sock away as much cash as possible in savings and investment accounts gives you time for compounded returns.

Peter Newman, CFA®
Mar 11, 20215 min read


Invest in Your Story: 7 Accounts to Optimize Saving
A long term investment strategy is a plan for your future. It aligns with the chapters of your memoir yet to be lived.

Peter Newman, CFA®
Mar 4, 20214 min read


5 Simple Rules for Eating Heart Healthy
There are 5 rules to eating a heart healthy diet: focus on fiber, reduce fats, limit sodium, manage portions, and cook at home more often.

Peter Newman, CFA®
Feb 25, 20216 min read


Peak Health Turkey Chili
Happy National Chili Day! As a special treat for you, I'm sharing my absolute favorite cool weather dishes -- Peak Health Turkey Chili.

Peter Newman, CFA®
Feb 25, 20212 min read


Health as an Investment
Start simple but be consistent.

Peter Newman, CFA®
Feb 18, 20217 min read


Living your Best Life with Heart Disease
When a doctor mentions heart disease, you can be jolted from a mindset of uncomplicated living.

Peter Newman, CFA®
Feb 11, 20215 min read


5 Things You Can Do To Lower Your Risk of Heart Disease
Make it a goal this month to make progress towards improving your heart health.

Peter Newman, CFA®
Feb 4, 20214 min read


Even the Wealthy Need a Budget
Once you know how much income you have and you compare that with your annual spending, you have three potential outcomes.

Peter Newman, CFA®
Jan 28, 20212 min read


How To Budget With a Fluctuating Income
If you have fluctuating income, ask your financial planner to help you invest and save for future goals using this strategy.

Peter Newman, CFA®
Jan 21, 20213 min read


Make Budgeting a Piece of Cake
The most important piece of advice you need to always remember is your income must be equal to or greater than your expenses.

Peter Newman, CFA®
Jan 14, 20215 min read


University of Illinois Voluntary Separation: Should I Do It?
If you need assistance evaluating these financial items, Peak Wealth Planning can guide you through this critical decision.

Peter Newman, CFA®
Jan 7, 20212 min read


What are Your Priorities: Where does Your Cash Go?
Starting with an important goal in mind will motivate you to tackle your budget.

Peter Newman, CFA®
Jan 7, 20214 min read


Make Up Your Mind Day
Make your decision and stick to it. Find success by reaching out to experts or really commit to doing your research.

Peter Newman, CFA®
Dec 31, 20203 min read


Give in 2020: Feel Good and Save on Taxes
“Money spent on others can buy happiness.”

Peter Newman, CFA®
Dec 24, 20204 min read


Silver Lining for your IRA: Roth Conversion
If your traditional IRA account has declined, converting the account to a Roth now will minimize your tax hit.

Peter Newman, CFA®
Dec 17, 20203 min read


'Tis the Season to Reduce Tax Burden (part 2)
Pay less taxes through itemizing your deductions. It is like a gift from the U.S. Government.

Peter Newman, CFA®
Dec 10, 20204 min read


'Tis the Season to Reduce Tax Burden (part 1)
When your itemized deductions exceed the standard deduction, you pay less in taxes and keep more in your pocket.

Peter Newman, CFA®
Dec 3, 20204 min read


7 Signs It’s Time To Find A New Financial Advisor
Determine when the right time is for you to find a new financial advisor.

Peter Newman, CFA®
Nov 26, 20206 min read


6 Interview Questions for Your Financial Advisor
What is most important is the advisor brings you peace of mind and confidence in their ability to manage your wealth.

Peter Newman, CFA®
Nov 19, 20203 min read


6 Scenarios Where You May Need an Investment Expert
Check out these examples where an investment advisor will be able to work with you to identify your best financial moves.

Peter Newman, CFA®
Nov 12, 20204 min read


5 Scenarios Where You May Need A Financial Advisor
Save time and boost confidence in your wealth preservation strategy by hiring a financial advisor.

Peter Newman, CFA®
Nov 5, 20203 min read


Bulletproof Your Wealth for the Next Generation
Work with your financial advisor and estate planning attorney to set up your retirement plan and life insurance beneficiaries properly.

Peter Newman, CFA®
Oct 29, 20205 min read


Mortgage Debt has a Purpose
Sometimes it’s a financial mistake to pay off the mortgage on your primary residence. Other times, it makes perfect sense. Let me explain.

Peter Newman, CFA®
Oct 22, 20204 min read


One Stock Made You Rich? Preserve Wealth by Diversifying
Should you leave your wealth concentrated in the single stock that made you rich? The general answer is No. Let me explain.

Peter Newman, CFA®
Oct 15, 20205 min read
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