C2 Wealth Strategies

10/26/2026

A’s are sweet, but free donuts are sweeter! 🍩🙌

10/23/2026

Another year, another round of healthcare cost increases, this time with insurers pointing to increases north of 11% for commercial plans. For employers finalizing open enrollment, that's a strong signal to look closely at plan design, cost-sharing, and how clearly the value of benefits is being communicated to employees. Rising costs don't have to mean a worse experience for your team if the plan is structured and explained well. Now's the time to start that conversation before enrollment closes.

Claim dispute arbitration awards amount to about 6% of medical spend in some regions.

10/21/2026

Cyber insurance is one of the rare corners of the market where pricing has actually eased, even as the frequency and cost of attacks keeps climbing. That combination makes this a good time for business owners to take a fresh look at whether their coverage still matches their risk. A single breach can disrupt operations and finances well beyond the cost of a policy. If you haven't reviewed your business's cyber exposure recently, now's a reasonable time to do it.

The commercial cyber insurance market is strong and growing, but small to midsize businesses may be falling behind as cybercriminals ramp up AI efforts.

10/19/2026

Fed watchers are once again debating whether a rate move is coming in December, and headlines like this tend to spike investor anxiety. History shows that trying to time markets around a single Fed meeting rarely pays off the way people hope. A well-built financial plan is designed to hold up regardless of which way the next rate decision goes. If recent rate headlines have you wondering whether your plan still fits, that's worth a conversation.

Fed chair links AI-driven investment surge to inflation pressure in Bangkok, leaving investors to watch pundits and markets for December hike odds.

10/16/2026

If you are one of the many working from home, it might make sense to assume that you’d qualify for a home office tax deduction. But in reality, this tax deduction can prove to be a bit tricky.

Hoping for a home office tax deduction while you work remotely? Learn all about this complex tax policy before you take action.

10/14/2026

The gig economy has continued to grow, but what happens to gig workers when the economy takes a downturn? As employment uncertainty rises, understanding how a recession can impact freelance and gig workers is more important than ever. Read on to explore what the future could look like for this growing segment of the workforce.

Gig workers make up a large portion of the workforce. But amidst economic uncertainty, how might this group fare? We explore how these individuals may be affected and which types of gig workers may be better positioned.

10/12/2026

The Turlington family had a blast at South Alabama Comic Con! Safe to say, this one may have officially sparked a new love for Comic Con. 👀 You might even catch them already planning their next adventure!

10/09/2026

When inflation makes headlines, the conversation usually stops at a single number. Prices went up 3 percent. Or 4 percent. But which number? Measured how? And by whom?

The truth is there’s no single “inflation rate.” The U.S. government publishes several, each built on different assumptions about who’s spending, what they’re buying, and how they adjust when prices shift. Understanding the differences could change the way you think about your own financial picture, because the only inflation rate that truly matters is the one you’re living with.

Not all inflation rates are the same. Here's which one might affect your retirement income.

10/07/2026

As the holiday season draws near, most people are thinking about their finances over the next few months and budgeting for how they can celebrate the most wonderful time of the year. Which is perfect timing because October is National Financial Planning Month!

Did you know that October is Financial Planning Month? Read on to learn how you can get ahead of your finances this holiday season.

10/05/2026

A new baseball season at Westside is underway, and we're ready for all the fun! Let's play ball! ⚾🐟