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Q1 Market Summary & Iran War
In this webinar, we discuss Q1 2026 general market performance & perspective on global conflict as it pertains to the stock market.
Read MoreAre You Truly Diversified? Or Do You Mainly Own Just Large US Stocks?
Are you truly diversified—or just concentrated in large U.S. stocks? Learn why global diversification matters as you approach retirement and how Presidio Financial can help reduce risk and improve long-term outcomes.
Read MoreOBBBA Tax Planning in 2025 & 2026: Smart Moves for Families
New OBBBA tax rules are reshaping deductions, credits, and planning windows in 2025 & 2026. See how they affect Houston Bay Area families—and how Presidio Financial can help you respond wisely.
Read MoreWhat Issues Should I Consider When Establishing My Charitable Giving Strategy?
High-net-worth families can make a bigger impact with smarter giving. Explore trusts, donor-advised funds, and tax-efficient strategies in our latest Presidio Financial checklist.
Read MoreWhat Options Do I Have With My Old Company’s 401(k)?
Wondering what to do with your old 401(k)? Learn your rollover, tax, and investment options—and how Presidio Financial helps you make the most of your hard-earned savings.
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How to Make the Most of Your Employer-Provided Benefits
How to Make the Most of Your Employer-Provided Benefits By Matt Dockall, CFP® — Presidio Financial. Serving Friendswood, Pearland, Clear Lake & League City Open enrollment can feel like a chore, but the benefit elections you make this...
Read MoreStarting a New Job? Don’t Forget Your Financial To-Do List
Starting a new job? Beyond the excitement, there are financial moves you don’t want to miss—from benefits to taxes to retirement planning. Read our latest blog for a quick checklist to set yourself up for success.
Read MoreShould You Consider Crypto in Your Portfolio or your 401k?
We explore whether Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are true investments, covering stablecoins, inflation hedging, and insights from Nobel Prize–winning economists.
Read MoreMarket Forecasts vs Reality
In light of recent market volatility, financial analysts and forecasters are making bold predictions about future returns. This raises an important question: How accurate are major financial and investment firms in predicting market...
Read MoreWar and Markets: How to Bring a Long-term Context to Investing Amid Global Conflict
As the conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues, a new front has emerged with recent tensions between Israel and Iran. In light of these global events, we felt it was timely to take a step back and explore how markets have...
Read MoreGAMESTOP: FLEXIBLE TRADING > TRACKING AN INDEX
GME has had significant gains and losses over the past couple of months. How are we, disciplined and diversified investors, supposed to react to the GME mania? Are we able to take advantage of opportunities through flexible trading...
Read MoreRETIREE STRATEGY MINUTE: TAX-EFFICIENT WITHDRAWALS AND ROTH CONVERSIONS
In this edition of “Retiree Strategy Minute”, we are briefly discussing tax-efficient withdrawal and Roth conversion strategies. These are powerful strategies to lower a retiree’s long-term tax burden and lower their vulnerability to...
Read MoreRETIREE STRATEGY MINUTE: SOCIAL SECURITY
When should I begin taking Social Security payments? What are the advantages of delaying Social Security payments until 67 or 70?
Read MorePERSPECTIVE ON PREMIUMS
Market premiums (also known as the risk factors) are characteristics of equities and fixed income that have historically provided higher returns. Most portfolios do not take advantage of market premiums because many investors cannot...
Read MoreIS MONEY THE ROOT OF ALL EVIL?
In these times of social unrest, false ideologies take grip out of despondency. There has never been a more important time for education and patience. Your voice of logic and love could be the one thing that saves your family’s...
Read MoreMARKETS ARE AT ALL-TIME HIGHS: IS IT THE RIGHT TIME TO INVEST?
Headlines have been dominated by the S&P 500 reaching all-time highs. Does this mean that we should expect the market to go down from here? What should we do with excess cash? Is it still a good time to invest our savings? These...
Read MoreState of Cryptocurrency and Bitcoin
Cryptocurrencies have been all the craze the last five years. 43% of men between the ages of 18-29 say they have invested in, traded, or used a cryptocurrency*. With so many people involved, it’s easy to get investing FOMO (fear of...
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