By Ronald W. Rogé, MS, CFP® We pride ourselves on being a completely transparent company – from our fee structure to our fiduciary oath. Although our overall Plan, Achieve, Live® strategy is evidence-based and time-tested, we are constantly learning and growing as financial professionals, always working with the goal of providing the most efficient and...Read More
While only a handful of our clients have voiced their concern about the upcoming elections impact on the markets and the economy, we know the topic is likely to be on everyone’s mind. Therefore, I wanted to share my thoughts on this complicated subject with you. In the past, my response about presidential elections and...Read More
By Kelley Muhsemann Communications and Marketing Manager Have you been spending wisely? Although typically when discussing “spending” with our clients, we are referring to money, it can be just as important and valuable to think about how you spend your time. With so many working from home, going out less, and enjoying more “down time”...Read More
By Kelley Muhsemann Communications and Marketing Manager During the best of times, being “let go” or “laid off” can wreak havoc on your finances. But during a period when so much in life is uncertain, a job loss can feel catastrophic. In addition to financial concerns, you might feel a lack of purpose, or develop...Read More
By Kelley Muhsemann Communications and Marketing Manager “I can’t change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.” – Jimmy Dean Although the Covid-19 pandemic has caused many new policies like wearing masks, working remotely, and social distancing, the market volatility it has caused is not a...Read More
By Ronald W. Rogé, MS, CFP® Chairman and CEO I have been thinking about what folks can do while they are sheltering in place that might help them come out of this crisis in better financial shape than they were going into it. As a financial advisor for over 34 years, there are two suggestions...Read More
By Steven Rogé, MBA, AIF®, CMFC® Director of Research and Portfolio Management As you are undoubtably aware, the Coronavirus (COVID-19) is all over the news affecting people’s emotions, stock market volatility, and in some cases their lives. If you are wondering how this is affecting your portfolio, keep in mind that R.W. Rogé & Company,...Read More
By Steven Rogé, MBA, AIF®, CMFC® Director of Research and Portfolio Management We occasionally get questions regarding our domestic equity investment focus. As our clients know, we’ve had this domestic bias for several years now. We made this decision after months of research and collaboration with industry experts to validate or dismiss our thesis that...Read More
What do you do if you become a victim of identity theft, cyber-attack or data breach? The following are the steps you need to take courtesy of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. WITHIN THE FIRST 24-48 HOURS: Call your advisor, regardless of where or how the breach occurred, so he/she can watch for any suspicious...Read More