Tips for Managing Your Debt
Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative

Tips for Managing Your Debt

Managing debt responsibly is critical to your long-term financial well-being. Americans owe trillions in student loan debt, credit card debt, and more. We want to help you understand the difference between “good debt” and “bad debt” as well as some practical strategies for paying off your obligations!

Take a look at our latest blog article, which details our advice regarding debt management:

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Tips for Hosting a Successful Summer Cookout!
Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative

Tips for Hosting a Successful Summer Cookout!

The sun is shining, and the grill is firing up! If you're ready to be the ultimate host/hostess, we've got you covered with some tips for a successful summer cookout in today’s blog.

Ready to create some unforgettable memories? Check out this blog - and don't forget to send me an invitation to your next cookout.

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10 Reasons to Call a Financial Advisor
Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative

10 Reasons to Call a Financial Advisor

Almost every adult could benefit from a financial advisor. Managing your money is important - no matter how much you earn. Here are 10 reasons to meet with someone like me!

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Mental Health Advice for Teachers
Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative

Mental Health Advice for Teachers

May is Mental Health Month, designed to bring awareness and conversation around this critical topic. And just like our physical health, our mental health is important to keep top-of-mind all year round.

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Saving for Your Kid's College with a Minnesota 529 Plan
Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative

Saving for Your Kid's College with a Minnesota 529 Plan

The state of Minnesota participates in what is called a 529 Plan, which allows those enrolled to save funds for the future and get some tax breaks in the process. Let’s talk about what the plan means, how funds can be used, and how to set one up for your kids.

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How to Teach Your Family About Money Management
Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative

How to Teach Your Family About Money Management

April is Financial Literacy Month, so I wanted to share some practical tips on how to teach your kids about money management. It’s never too early to start, even if your children are young!

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Five Financial Tips for New Business Owners
Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative

Five Financial Tips for New Business Owners

Starting a new business is an exciting time - but you want to make sure you take some time to think about your finances, too! Today’s article covers five financial tips for new business owners, to help you start out with firm financial footing.

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5 Ideas for St. Patrick’s Day Fun in Southern Minnesota
Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative

5 Ideas for St. Patrick’s Day Fun in Southern Minnesota

You don’t need the luck of the Irish to find fun activities this St. Patrick’s Day week! Southern Minnesota has plenty of events for those of all ages if you know where to look. From adults-only pub crawls to family-friendly parades and movies, there are plenty of ways to enjoy this weekend’s holiday.

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Gretchen Rehm Nominated for the Women Working in Wealth Award
Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative

Gretchen Rehm Nominated for the Women Working in Wealth Award

I am so grateful to announce that I have been nominated by Lincoln Investment for this year’s Women Working in Wealth Award from the American College Center for Women in Financial Services!

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Creative Ways to Save for Your Summer Vacation
Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative

Creative Ways to Save for Your Summer Vacation

Are you dreaming of a fun-filled family vacation, this summer, but aren’t sure you’ll have the funds to make it happen? This blog is exactly what you need! I’ve broken down a list of feasible savings ideas to help bring that dream to life.

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Gathering Your Documents for Filing Taxes This Spring
Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative

Gathering Your Documents for Filing Taxes This Spring

Have you started thinking about filing your taxes? While we are not accountants, we did put together a list of documents and items you’ll want to have on hand, prior to filing your 2022 taxes.

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What You Need to Know About the IRS Contribution Limits for Retirement Accounts
Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative

What You Need to Know About the IRS Contribution Limits for Retirement Accounts

Planning for retirement can be a confusing process, with tons of moving parts, unusual rules, and endless questions. And of course, every person and family has unique circumstances, which means that answers for you may not be the answers for your neighbor. 

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A Better You for a Year Anew
Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative

A Better You for a Year Anew

It’s a season of reflection and goal-setting. Let’s walk through a quick process for setting yourself up for a successful new year!

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5 Ways to Spend Quality Time with Your Family Over Winter Break
Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative

5 Ways to Spend Quality Time with Your Family Over Winter Break

The week before New Years’ is going to be packed with opportunities to create memories as a family. Kids are off of school and many of us are also off of work - so how will you be filling those hours?

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Want To Retire This Summer? Here’s How To Get There
Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative

Want To Retire This Summer? Here’s How To Get There

I’m privileged to work with many Minnesota educators, especially as they approach their well-deserved retirement date. If you’re considering retirement in June 2023, or if you’re curious about the process for when you are ready to start planning for your final year of teaching, take a look at this week’s blog.

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Answering Your Frequently Asked Questions About Financial Planning
Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative

Answering Your Frequently Asked Questions About Financial Planning

When it comes to finances, investments, and retirement planning, there’s practically no limit to the number and types of questions I receive. But with the right help and guidance, anyone can (and should!) plan ahead for a successful financial future.

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What You Need to Know About Financing Long-Term Care
Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative

What You Need to Know About Financing Long-Term Care

Have you considered that you may need long-term care in the future? According to the Administration on Aging, women need an average of 3.7 years of care while men need an average of 2.2 years of care. Unfortunately, long-term care is expensive and can quickly drain a savings account.

Let’s talk about what you need to know about financing your healthcare needs in your Golden Years.

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Budgeting Strategies for Young Families
Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative

Budgeting Strategies for Young Families

With the value of the dollar down and the cost of everything else up, it is a tough time to budget our dollars and cents on the household level. This blog article covers practical budgeting strategies for any household, especially those belonging to young families.

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10 Fun Fall Festivities in Southern Minnesota
Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative

10 Fun Fall Festivities in Southern Minnesota

Fall is upon us, and that means there are plenty of fun things to do in Southern Minnesota. Whether you’re overdue for a date night, you’re seeking a fun ladies’ weekend out, or you need to soak up these last sunny days with the kids - there are tons of choices in our surrounding communities! Here are ten to choose from.

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How to Navigate Divorce Financials Smoothly
Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative Gretchen Rehm, LUTCF® - Agency Owner and Investment Advisor Representative

How to Navigate Divorce Financials Smoothly

Some of life’s biggest (and toughest) moments are somehow tied to finances. While the last thing on your mind when you are going through a divorce might be your finances, it’s still to play a big role.

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