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Market headlines can be overwhelming, especially in times of uncertainty. At Evensky & Katz / Foldes, we understand that economic shifts, policy changes, and market fluctuations can trigger real concerns about your financial future. In the letter below, our Chief Investment Officer, Lane Jones, shares insights on the current market environment, the impact of recent…

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Navigating NIL Opportunities: Why Financial Responsibility Matters for Student-Athletes
- Michael Hoeflinger
The introduction of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rights has reshaped the world of college athletics. Student-athletes can now profit from their personal brands by partnering with businesses, signing endorsement agreements, and monetizing their social media presence—opportunities that were unavailable to previous generations. From a financial advisor’s perspective, NIL represents both opportunity and responsibility. For…
Estate Planning Family Planning

From Lucky Breaks to Lasting Wealth: A Couple’s Playbook to Smart Money Moves
- Flavio Landivar
Couples don’t need a lottery win to build meaningful wealth together. The real advantage comes from how you handle unexpected money when it enters your lives. A bonus, inheritance, or tax refund can either disappear quickly or become a stepping stone toward shared financial security. This guide helps couples think ahead and set shared goals…
Market Insights Wealth Management

Confidence in Chaos: How to Stay Invested Through Market Volatility
- Kaylyn Adams
Would you rather be out of the stock market when it goes down, or risk being out when it rebounds? It is a tongue twister, but it gets to the heart of one of the most important questions in investing. There is no reliable way to consistently exit the market before downturns and reenter before…
Family Planning Financial Literacy & Fundamentals

Buyers’ Remorse: A Small Moment That Teaches a Bigger Lesson
- Anne Bednarz
Have you ever watched your child make a decision you know will teach them something important, even if it is a little uncomfortable in the moment? As a parent, I would much rather spare my kids from learning things the hard way. But experience has a way of making lessons stick in a way advice…
Estate Planning Financial Literacy & Fundamentals

Balancing Luxury Living and Long-Term Wealth: A Guide for High-Net-Worth Individuals
- Taylor M. Gang
One of the most significant challenges I’ve encountered over my 20+ years of working with clients is striking the balance between planning for the future and enjoying the journey along the way. Financial planners are often associated with delayed gratification—building wealth for retirement, preserving resources, and ensuring clients don’t outlive their money. But just as…
Estate Planning Financial Literacy & Fundamentals

The Secret Weapon for Smarter Investing
- Marcos A. Segrera
After a big market move, the questions start flooding in. Is it time to take profits after a run-up? Should I buy the dip after a drop? The headlines don’t help, with some experts calling for an imminent crash while others insist the party is just getting started. This kind of uncertainty can be paralyzing—and…