Ken Michaels
Decoding Actively Managed Funds: Balancing Risk, Reward, and Reality
87.98% of actively managed funds underperformed the S&P 500 over a 15-year span. So why do investors still seek to outperform the market...
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Ken Michaels
Aug 1, 20232 min
Unlocking The Value of Restricted Stock
When it comes to employee compensation, restricted stock has gained popularity as an attractive incentive for both established...
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Ken Michaels
Jul 24, 20232 min
The Student Loan Debate: How Repayment Restart Will Impact Borrowers
Student loan forgiveness has been a topic of debate for years. Many have argued that forgiving student loans would ease the burden on...
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Ken Michaels
Jul 19, 20233 min
Retire Early From NIPSCO AB I
After working at NIPSCO for several years, you may be considering the possibility of retiring in the near future. Your main question:...
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Ken Michaels
Jul 11, 20234 min
Retire Early From NIPSCO
After working several years at NIPSCO, you find yourself considering if retirement is in the near future. The primary question on your...
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Ken Michaels
Jun 28, 20232 min
Three Stage Of Building Wealth
Financial success is a journey that comes in many different stages. Each with its unique set of goals, strategies, and considerations....
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Ken Michaels
May 16, 20232 min
Here Are 3 Ways To Build Your Wealth Right Now
Are you looking to plan for retirement but don’t know where to start? Today we're going to break down 3 types of investment accounts that yo
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Ken Michaels
May 1, 20232 min
True-Up Matching For NIPSCO Employees
One of the most frequently asked questions by NIPSCO employees is how do I know if I’m getting my full 401(k) mat
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Ken Michaels
May 1, 20232 min
Here's why ETFs make sense for your portfolio
ETFs have become increasingly popular for many investors. With several portfolio managers using ETFs it’s good to know what they are and why
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Ken Michaels
Mar 15, 20232 min
What Does It Mean To Be Diversified?
Investing can be a complex and challenging process, with many factors to consider, and the potential for risk and uncertainty at every...
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Ken Michaels
Mar 7, 20232 min
Lump Sum Or Annuity From Pension?
When it comes to deciding how to take your pension, you have two main options, a lump sum or a lifetime annuity. Many individuals...
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Ken Michaels
Mar 1, 20233 min
3-legged Stool Of Retirement
As you plan for retirement the most important question to ask yourself is “where will my income come from during retirement?” Typically,...