By Kelley Muhsemann Marketing Manager The “death of social security” has been reported for decades, but the latest headlines threaten it to run out by 2035 – a mere 12 years from now. Is it fearmongering, or should you be legitimately concerned? Let’s dive into several topics surrounding this rumor, its origins, and find out...Read More
When R.W. Rogé & Company, Inc. was founded in 1986, one of the things that set us apart from other advisors was, of course, the fact that we are a fee-only, fiduciary that works in the best interest of our clients all the time – and the second was our newsletter, “The Rogé Report.” At...Read More
By Ronald W. Rogé, MS, CFP® Chairman & CEO “I am sorry Dave. I am afraid I can’t do that,” HAL calmly says to Dr. David Bowman who is locked out of his spaceship, in the movie 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968). If you have been watching or listening to the news media these past...Read More
We are thrilled to announce that R.W. Rogé & Company, Inc. has been named one of America’s Top RIAs for 2023. With nearly 15,000 Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) currently operating in the U.S., this is quite an admirable recognition. A huge thank you to our team, as well as our wonderful family of clients, for...Read More
By Kelley Muhsemann Marketing Manager As a high-income earner, protecting and preserving your financial resources requires a comprehensive approach. Your strategy might encompass various legal, financial, and personal considerations, as well as both proactive strategies and reactive precautions. Outlined below are several key actions and practical steps that must be taken so you can safeguard...Read More
If you’re experiencing sticker shock at the grocery store or noticing the rising costs of goods and services in your daily life, you’re not alone. Inflation has been a hot topic of concern for millions of Americans, with a staggering 93% worried about its current impact on the economy. This begs the question: What will...Read More
Naming Beneficiaries on Retirement Accounts Under the SECURE Act An interview with Katherine A. Southard, Esq. On December 20, 2019, Congress passed the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act, and then on December 29, 2022, the SECURE 2.0 Act (the Act) was signed into law, creating major changes for IRA Beneficiaries. More...Read More
By Steven M. Rogé, MBA, CFP®, AIF® Chief Investment Officer This time last week Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) was the 14th largest banking institution in America with a market cap well over $10 billion. SVB was widely considered the darling of banks over the past decade with deposit growth surpassing nearly every other regional bank....Read More
By Kelley Muhsemann Marketing Manager The National Retail Federation estimates that 52% of American’s plan to celebrate Valentine’s Day this year, and the average consumer will spend $192.80, totaling nearly $25.9 billion in gifts. When you think about romance, personal finance is rarely what comes to mind. But whether you celebrate or not, Valentine’s Day...Read More
