📈 Stock Quote

Thoughts in your head are really no different than the sound of a bird outside. It is just that you decide that they are more or less relevant.

— Stephen Gray "Adyashanti," American Author & Teacher

🤔 Riddle Me This

There is a word that starts and ends with T and contains “tea” as well. What word is this?

 (scroll down for the answer)

Savings Strategies for College and Beyond

Wealth Advisor Chris Wagner, CFP®, shares valuable insights on college savings strategies, covering everything from 529 plans to the flexibility of UTMA accounts. Learn how to maximize your education savings and make informed financial decisions for your family's future.

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🏀 The Ant List

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony "Ant" Edwards had an amusing exchange with basketball icon Charles Barkley last month. Edwards said he'd get Barkley a list of good Minneapolis restaurants. While we don't have the official list, the story prompted many to speculate. Here are some restaurants that made the local's cut.

• FHIMA's - Apparently, Ant told a Vanity Fair editor this was a favorite

• Manny's Steakhouse - One of Chuck's first stops

• Red Cow - Home of the "Barkley" burger

• J.D. Hoyt's - "Athletic-Size Portions of Steakhouse Cuisine"

• Spoon & Stable - James Beard Award-Winning Chef, Gavin Kaysen

• Porzana - Argentinian wood-fire steakhouse

• Dario - Handmade Italian pastas

Master Your Next Car Purchase

If you’re considering buying a new car within the next few years, this podcast is for you. For many clients, a new car purchase is a significant financial decision. Senior wealth advisor Mike Nesheim, CFP®, talks through several aspects of car buying. 

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🌲 Water, Land & Forests

The Apostle Islands are a group of 22 islands in Lake Superior, off the Bayfield Penisula in northern Wisconsin. If you are looking for an up-north getaway with stunning beaches, historic lighthouses, abundant wildlife, sandstone formations, and sea caves, then the Apostle Islands might be just the ticket.

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🧾 Ten Fundamental Rights as a Taxpayer

1. The right to be informed

2. The right to quality service

3. The right to pay no more than the correct amount of tax

4. The right to challenge the IRS' position and be heard

5. The right to appeal an IRS decision in an independent forum

6. The right to finality

7. The right to privacy

8. The right to confidentiality

9. The right to retain representation

10. The right to a fair and just tax system

*This information is not a substitute for specific, individualized tax advice. 

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Women and Wealth: A Pivot Towards Retirement

Retirement can bring both challenges and opportunities for women who have dedicated years to their careers. This article provides tips for a smooth transition from financial planning to exploring new interests and maintaining health. Embrace this new chapter with confidence and excitement!

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🤔 Riddle Answer: Teapot!

Tea Through the Ages

• The teapot originated in China during the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368). 

• It was initially used to brew and serve loose tea leaves, a practice that was different from the earlier method of boiling tea leaves directly in water.

• Teapots became an integral part of the tea culture in various countries, including China, Japan, and England, each with its own distinct styles and traditions. 

• In England, for example, the teapot became a central piece in the social ritual of afternoon tea, introduced in the 17th century.

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