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You deserve financial Independence. We build strategies to get you there.
Many so-called passive income tips, like posting videos on YouTube, require significant time and energy. The payoff often is not worth it. Learn what truly matters: https://www.goldmedalwaters.com/post/the-reality-of-passive-income.
December 29, 2025 at 4:14 PM
As 2025 ends, we are reminded that true growth lasts through every season. Like evergreen trees, we stay steady for our clients through change.

This year we donated 2,000 trees to Trees for the Future in honor of our clients.
December 22, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Investing in alternative assets through your 401(k) might sound like a good idea – go where the big investors go! But just because the door is now open, should you walk through it? https://www.goldmedalwaters.com/post/private-equity-in-401-k-s-smart-move-or-risky-bet
December 12, 2025 at 4:00 PM
There’s plenty of advice on how to save and invest for retirement. But what about how to spend those savings? This article explores smart strategies for turning your nest egg into income. https://www.goldmedalwaters.com/post/planning-to-live-on-your-retirement-savings
December 9, 2025 at 2:08 PM
AI algorithms are great until they use invented “research,” and you rely on that advice without fact-checking. Still think you can replace your human advisor? https://www.goldmedalwaters.com/post/should-ai-replace-your-financial-advisor
December 2, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Think being passive is dull and lifeless? Often true, but it might make you a better investor than being active. Sometimes doing less means getting more (but not always). https://www.goldmedalwaters.com/post/the-pros-and-cons-of-active-investing-vs-passive-index-funds
November 20, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Curious about alternative investments? Know the differences, opportunities, and risks before diving in. This article explains the essentials: https://www.goldmedalwaters.com/post/alternative-investments-for-individual-investors-pros-and-cons.
November 11, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Good business succession planning translates into stability, trust, and continuity. Not having a plan translates into uncertainty and personnel churn. Which have you chosen? https://www.goldmedalwaters.com/post/common-mistakes-in-business-succession-planning-and-how-to-avoid-them
November 3, 2025 at 7:40 PM
You could be missing out on "easy money" when saving for retirement. The type of account you use and the order of contributions both matter. https://www.goldmedalwaters.com/post/tax-strategies-for-retirement-savings-a-how-to-guide
October 3, 2025 at 5:21 PM
High earners with variable income can learn a lot from the fable of the grasshopper and the ant. The grasshopper spends as he earns—without a plan. That approach rarely ends well. https://www.goldmedalwaters.com/post/high-earners-with-variable-income-need-a-plan
September 29, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Tax-aware investing is often summed up as “it’s not just what you invest in, but where you hold it.” But there’s more to the story. Learn why that idea might be too simple: https://www.goldmedalwaters.com/post/beyond-returns-adopting-tax-aware-investment-habits.
September 15, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Should AI replace your financial advisor? It’s efficient, but AI can hallucinate financial “facts” and may recommend things that don’t make sense. https://www.goldmedalwaters.com/post/should-ai-replace-your-financial-advisor
September 4, 2025 at 7:09 PM
GMW has been named to Financial Advisor Magazine’s 2025 list of top RIA firms.

https://www.goldmedalwaters.com/top-financial-advisors-ranking-2025. Based on self-reported AUM as of 12/31/24 via FA’s voluntary survey. Not indicative of future results.
September 2, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Procrastinating about succession planning because it’s a “someday” problem? Actually, it’s a “why didn’t I do this sooner” moment just waiting to happen. https://www.goldmedalwaters.com/post/common-mistakes-in-business-succession-planning-and-how-to-avoid-them
August 29, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Your personality and communication style shape how you think and talk about investing. The Big 5 traits can influence decisions in ways you might not expect: https://www.goldmedalwaters.com/post/how-your-personality-affects-your-investing.
August 13, 2025 at 6:33 PM
"Alternative investments" gets thrown around a lot. If you're unsure what that really means or whether they're right for you, this article breaks it down. https://www.goldmedalwaters.com/post/alternative-investments-for-individual-investors-pros-and-cons
July 10, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Sure, AI can rebalance your portfolio in milliseconds, but can it keep you from doing something rash when the market swoons? Sometimes you need more than what algorithms can offer. https://www.goldmedalwaters.com/post/should-ai-replace-your-financial-advisor
June 19, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Some things you are not likely to see: the Loch Ness Monster, no lift lines after a 6-foot snowfall, and truly passive income. Here's why: https://www.goldmedalwaters.com/post/the-reality-of-passive-income.
June 10, 2025 at 12:52 PM
A big bonus, a hefty commission, a new client—just a few reasons high earners can face unique planning needs. Read more: https://www.goldmedalwaters.com/post/high-earners-with-variable-income-need-a-plan
May 27, 2025 at 7:46 PM