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Financial Planning
Estate Planning Strategies for Family Businesses
August 10, 2026
For many family business owners, the business represents far more than an investment. It’s a source of income, years of hard work, family history, and a legacy they hope will continue for future generations. Passing a business to the next
What Is the Prudent Investor Rule? A Guide for Trustees
August 5, 2026
Serving as a trustee involves more than managing money. A trustee is a fiduciary responsible for administering trust assets in accordance with the trust’s terms, applicable law, and fiduciary obligations to the beneficiaries. When it comes to investing trust assets,
Understanding Homeowners Insurance: What It Covers and Where Gaps May Exist
August 1, 2026
Most homeowners know they need homeowners insurance. But understanding what a policy actually covers, how much it may pay after a loss, and what it doesn’t cover can be more complicated. Homeowners insurance can provide financial protection when your home
Investing
Sequence-of-Returns Risk: Why Timing Matters in Retirement
July 10, 2026
There’s a lot to consider when preparing for retirement, including how much to save, how your investments are allocated, and how you’ll turn those savings into income. But there’s another risk that can become particularly important as you transition from
What to Do With Your Old 401(k) When You Change Jobs
June 10, 2026
If you have a goal to quit your job in the upcoming year, that’s great! You’re all set to make a fresh start in your career.
Tax Loss Harvesting Explained: What Investors Need to Know
May 2, 2026
Tax loss harvesting often gets attention because it sounds like a simple way to turn market declines into something useful. And in certain situations, it can do exactly that. But in practice, it tends to be most effective when it
Market Insights
U.S. and Iran Conflict: What War Headlines Mean for Markets and Investors
March 12, 2026
Over the past two weeks, major headlines have emerged from the Middle East following U.S. military strikes against Iran. Whenever events like this unfold, investors naturally begin asking difficult questions. Is this the beginning of a larger conflict? Will markets
2026 Market & Economic Outlook: Becoming Hopeful Realists in an Unstable World
January 17, 2026
After several years of economic whiplash, investors enter 2026 with a familiar tension: optimism fueled by strong market returns and technological innovation, alongside persistent concerns about inflation, interest rates, valuations, and economic inequality. At Navalign, we believe this is not
First Quarter 2026: AI Growth, Iran War, and Volatility
April 7, 2026
During our outlook at the start of the year, we highlighted two key themes: So far, both have played out. The economy has remained resilient, supported by steady consumer activity and significant capital flowing into AI infrastructure. At the same time, markets have faced