Generated by All in One SEO Pro v4.9.8, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Forum Financial We Help People Build Financial Plans for Life ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.forumfinancial.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog](https://www.forumfinancial.com/blog/blog/) - [Forum Appears in the Top 100 on the 2026 Financial Advisor RIA Ranking](https://www.forumfinancial.com/forum-appears-in-the-top-100-on-the-2026-financial-advisor-ria-ranking/) - Forum Financial Management appears in the Top 100 on the 2026 Financial Advisor RIA Ranking. - [Trump Accounts (Section 530A): Why Your Child Could Benefit From One](https://www.forumfinancial.com/trump-accounts-section-530a-why-your-child-could-benefit-from-one/) - In this blog, we share practical tips on how to open Trump accounts and invest the account during its growth years. - [Mega IPOs & AI](https://www.forumfinancial.com/mega-ipos-ai/) - In this commentary, we touch on two of the most talked-about subjects these days: Initial Public Offering (IPO) stocks and Artificial Intelligence (AI). - [Inflation, Future Spending, and The Risk of Over-Saving](https://www.forumfinancial.com/inflation-future-spending-and-the-risk-of-over-saving/) - In this article, we’re going to review typical spending patterns, and we’ll see that lifetime spending, rather than climbing steadily forever, tends to follow an arc-like pattern. - [For Consideration in Your All-Stock Portfolio: Bonds](https://www.forumfinancial.com/for-consideration-in-your-all-stock-portfolio-bonds/) - Steve Minturn presents historical scenarios to demonstrate how much of a lifeboat bonds have been during intense market downturns. - [Staying the Course Amid the Conflict in Iran](https://www.forumfinancial.com/staying-the-course-amid-the-conflict-in-iran/) - In this commentary, we explore how markets have responded to past conflicts and why global diversification has helped provide stability during recent volatility. - [An Overlooked Risk to Wealth: Personal Liability](https://www.forumfinancial.com/an-overlooked-risk-to-wealth-personal-liability/) - Umbrella insurance does not create wealth, but it can help preserve it. We discuss how to properly plan, so an unexpected liability event doesn’t undo years of progress. - [Forum Reaches Milestone of $10 Billion in Client Assets](https://www.forumfinancial.com/forum-reaches-milestone-of-10-billion-in-client-assets/) - In 2025, Forum crossed $10 billion in client assets. For more than 20 years, Forum Financial Management has been helping clients achieve their financial dreams. - [Geopolitical Conflicts and Financial Market Volatility](https://www.forumfinancial.com/geopolitical-conflicts-and-financial-market-volatility/) - Read commentary offered by Forum Financial on the current geopolitical conflict in Ukraine and the importance of staying disciplined and invested. - [Joey Schultz Joins Forum Partner Group](https://www.forumfinancial.com/joey-schultz-joins-forum-partner-group/) - Joey Schultz has been named a partner for Forum Financial Management. He joined Forum as a financial advisor in 2019. - [Jeff Doblin, CFA, CFP® Joins Forum Partner Group](https://www.forumfinancial.com/jeff-doblin-cfa-cfp-joins-forum-partner-group/) - Jeff Doblin has been named a partner for Forum Financial Management.He has been a part of the Forum advisory team since 2017 and now a part of the partner group - [Navigating Career Changes While Keeping Your Financial Plan in Check](https://www.forumfinancial.com/navigating-career-changes-while-keeping-your-financial-plan-in-check/) - Forum Financial Advisor Sage D'Aprile emphasizes the importance that your financial plan keeps working for you, particularly during a career change. - [2025: A Reminder That Returns Can Bloom When Things Look Gloomy](https://www.forumfinancial.com/2025-a-reminder-that-returns-can-bloom-when-things-look-gloomy/) - In 2025, we re-learned the importance of that simple framework. Staying the course worked yet again, and those who followed a disciplined rebalancing process benefited. - [What to Do in 2026 Before the Year Does Anything to You](https://www.forumfinancial.com/what-to-do-in-2026-before-the-year-does-anything-to-you/) - In this featured post, we outline 6 simple steps to set yourself up for a strong, steady 2026. - [Firing on All Cylinders: A Remarkable Year So Far for Diversified Investors](https://www.forumfinancial.com/firing-on-all-cylinders-a-remarkable-year-so-far-for-diversified-investors/) - Forum explains how diversification means asset classes performing better than expected while others perform below expectations, driving a smoother ride overall. - [The One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Key Tax Changes and What They Mean for You](https://www.forumfinancial.com/the-one-big-beautiful-bill-act-key-tax-changes-and-what-they-mean-for-you/) - Forum outlines key changes and impact since the passing of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). - [Forum Named to Barron’s 2025 Top 100 RIA Firms](https://www.forumfinancial.com/forum-named-to-barrons-2025-top-100-ria-firms/) - Forum Financial Management, LP has been named as one of Barron’s 2025 Top 100 RIA Firms - [What Is Home Bias? Forum’s Process to Maintain Global Diversification](https://www.forumfinancial.com/what-is-home-bias-forums-process-to-maintain-global-diversification/) - At Forum, we believe your portfolio should reflect the world as it is. By embracing a global perspective, you’re positioning yourself for long-term success. - [A Volatile First Half Ends on a High Note … At Least for Diversified Investors](https://www.forumfinancial.com/a-volatile-first-half-ends-on-a-high-note-at-least-for-diversified-investors/) - We discusshow the best outcomes come from following a disciplined process — one that embraces diversification, rebalancing, and a long-term perspective. - [Forum Appears in the Top 100 on the 2025 Financial Advisor RIA Ranking](https://www.forumfinancial.com/forum-appears-in-the-top-100-on-the-2025-financial-advisor-ria-ranking/) - Forum Financial Management, LP appears in the Top 100 on the 2025 Financial Advisor RIA Ranking. - [Navigating Divorce Finances: Why Financial Clarity Matters](https://www.forumfinancial.com/navigating-divorce-finances-why-financial-clarity-matters/) - Navigating the financial implications of divorce requires careful planning and strategy. Learn how financial literacy and expert guidance can help. - [Four Smart Strategies for Managing Highly Appreciated Stock](https://www.forumfinancial.com/four-smart-strategies-for-managing-highly-appreciated-stock/) - These strategiesoffer powerful ways for savvy investors to turn big winners into sustainable, diversified portfolios — without letting taxes hold you hostage. - [Making Decisions Amid Turbulence and Tariffs](https://www.forumfinancial.com/making-decisions-amid-turbulence-and-tariffs/) - In our quarterly commentary, we zoom out to offer investors perspective, context, and guidance on how to navigate uncertainty. - [New Film Explores a Revolutionary Approach to Investing](https://www.forumfinancial.com/new-film-explores-a-revolutionary-approach-to-investing/) - Forum Partner Norbert Mindel, JD, CFP® is featured in the film among the academic leaders and visionaries of this novel approach to investing. - [Forum’s Market Commentary on Tariffs](https://www.forumfinancial.com/forums-market-commentary-on-tariffs/) - With the recent news regarding tariffs, Forum Financial emphasizes the most important thing to do during events like this is to remain disciplined. - [How Far Can It Go? An Examination of US Large Cap Stocks](https://www.forumfinancial.com/how-far-can-it-go-an-examination-of-us-large-cap-stocks/) - Forum explains the history of US Large Cap stocks, while reminding clients that the best plan as an investor is to own many asset classes and stay diversified. - [Think You Know Your Retirement Assets? Think Again](https://www.forumfinancial.com/think-you-know-your-retirement-assets-think-again/) - This article explains planning opportunities and how you can take advantage of them while also providing a fresh outlook on paying taxes. - [Spending Ability: A Fresh Way of Viewing Markets and Interest Rates](https://www.forumfinancial.com/spending-ability-a-fresh-way-of-viewing-markets-and-interest-rates/) - In this article, we examine the combined effect of market returns and interest rates over the past several years. - [Women and Wealth: 7 Action Steps for Taking Control of Your Finances](https://www.forumfinancial.com/women-and-wealth-7-action-steps-for-taking-control-of-your-finances/) - Forum shares thoughts on women and wealth, providing an overview of the approach taken when helping women build a financial plan to reimagine what is possible. - [Protecting Yourself and Your Children From Identity Theft: Steps You Can Take Today](https://www.forumfinancial.com/protecting-yourself-and-your-children-from-identity-theft-steps-you-can-take-today/) - In this blog, we discuss several proactive measures you can take to protect yourself and your children from identity theft. - [The Fed Cuts Interest Rates: What Does It Mean for Me?](https://www.forumfinancial.com/the-fed-cuts-interest-rates-what-does-it-mean-for-me/) - In our recent market commentary, we answer two big questions: What does the Fed’s cut mean for me and my assets? What should we expect to change in the future? - [Forum Named to Barron’s 2024 Top 100 RIA Firms](https://www.forumfinancial.com/forum-named-to-barrons-2024-top-100-ria-firms/) - Forum Financial Management, LP has been named as one of Barron’s 2024 Top 100 RIA Firms. In July, Forum appeared on the 2024 Financial Advisor RIA Ranking. - [Kiplinger Features David McClellan 7-Part Series on Tax Planning and Retirement](https://www.forumfinancial.com/kiplinger-features-david-mcclellan-7-part-series-on-tax-planning-and-retirement/) - Kiplinger featured the seven-part series from Forum Partner David McClellan on defusing “tax bombs” as it pertains to planning for retirement. - [Forum Appears in the Top 100 on the 2024 Financial Advisor RIA Ranking](https://www.forumfinancial.com/forum-appears-in-the-top-100-on-the-2024-financial-advisor-ria-ranking/) - Forum Financial Management, LP appears in the Top 100 on the 2024 Financial Advisor RIA Ranking. - [Navigating the Unexpected: Elections Through History](https://www.forumfinancial.com/navigating-the-unexpected-elections-through-history/) - Rather than attempting to time the market based on election outcomes, investors benefit from maintaining a diversified portfolio and focusing on long-term goals - [A Guide to Effective Business Exit Planning: Steps for Business Owners to Plan a Successful Exit](https://www.forumfinancial.com/a-guide-to-effective-business-exit-planning/) - When should business owners begin to plan for an eventual exit? A guide to effective business exit planning: steps for business owners to plan a successful exit - [Kiplinger Features Zach Mindel Article Series on Military Financial Benefits](https://www.forumfinancial.com/kiplinger-features-zach-mindel-article-series-on-military-financial-benefits/) - In May, Kiplinger featured the three-part series on military benefits by Forum Financial Advisor Zach Mindel. Read the articles. - [Juan Ros, CFP®, AEP®, CEPA®, CVGA® Joins Forum Partner Group](https://www.forumfinancial.com/juan-ros-cfp-aep-cepa-cvga-joins-forum-partner-group/) - Juan Ros has been named a partner for Forum Financial Management. He has been a part of the Forum advisory team since 2018 and now a part of the partner group. - [The Tortoise and the Hare: An Investment Story](https://www.forumfinancial.com/the-tortoise-and-the-hare-an-investment-story/) - Forum explains that by balancing return and volatility, investors can mitigate the effects of severe downturns, ensuring their portfolio moves forward steadily. - [Charitable Giving Strategies for Every Stage of Life](https://www.forumfinancial.com/charitable-giving-strategies-for-every-stage-of-life/) - Forum Financial discusses philanthropy with some tips and strategies for incorporating charitable giving into your plans at various stages of your life. - [The Best Time To Be a Retiree … Is Now](https://www.forumfinancial.com/the-best-time-to-be-a-retiree-is-now/) - Forum Financial Management takes a look at the past and present for retiree investors and why staying disciplined can lead to a promising 2024. - [New Scam Targeting the Clients of Large Financial Institutions](https://www.forumfinancial.com/new-scam-targeting-charles-schwab-clients/) - Forum Compliance provides a deeper understanding of how the new scam targeting Charles Schwab clients operates withnecessary steps to protect yourself. - [2023: A Good Year After All](https://www.forumfinancial.com/2023-a-good-year-after-all/) - Forum Financial Management shares their perspective on the fourth quarter by highlighting the reasons why it is important to stay disciplined as an investor. - [Time to Move to Treasury Bills? It Depends …](https://www.forumfinancial.com/time-to-move-to-treasury-bills-it-depends/) - Forum Advisor Mark Schmulen addresses the thoughts of moving to T-bills and why you should consider your long-term investment horizon and remain disciplined. - [Financial Planning Updates From Recent Legislation for 2023 and Beyond](https://www.forumfinancial.com/financial-planning-updates-from-recent-legislation-for-2023-and-beyond/) - Read as Forum Financial highlights the impact of some of the rules and rule changes to emerge from the SECURE Act and the SECURE 2.0 Act. - [7 Stocks Driving Returns](https://www.forumfinancial.com/7-stocks-driving-returns/) - Learn more as we look at how specific concentrated returns have ended badly in the past and how a diversified strategy usually works out better in the long run. - [U.S. Debt Ceiling: What Investors Should Know](https://www.forumfinancial.com/u-s-debt-ceiling-what-investors-should-know/) - The debt ceiling is a legal cap established by Congress on the amount of money the federal government can borrow to finance its operations, designed to provide a check on government spending. The negotiations over raising the debt ceiling are often contentious with both parties trying to use the opportunity to advance their own agendas. - [Forum Named to Barron’s 2023 Top 100 RIA Firms](https://www.forumfinancial.com/forum-named-to-barrons-2023-top-100-ria-firms/) - Forum Financial Management, LP appears on Barron’s 2023 Top 100 RIA Firms. Forum has appeared consecutive years amongst the top 100 RIAs, ranking #65 in 2023. - [What Are My Options: Navigating NSOs, ISOs, SARs and 83(b)](https://www.forumfinancial.com/what-are-my-options-navigating-nsos-isos-sars-and-83b/) - Steve Minturn provides an overview on non-qualified stock options, incentive stock options, stock appreciation rights, and section 83(b) of the tax code. - [Re-Evaluating Your Financial Plan After a Market Downturn](https://www.forumfinancial.com/re-evaluating-your-financial-plan-after-a-market-downturn/) - Forum co-Managing Partner Nirav Batavia shares three steps for investors following the recent market downturn including maintaining an emergency fund. - [Introducing Our Newest Forum Partners: Q&A with Julie Schatz, CFP® and Jennifer Cray, CFP®](https://www.forumfinancial.com/introducing-our-newest-forum-partners-julie-schatz-and-jennifer-cray/) - Partners Julie Schatz, CFP® and Jennifer Cray, CFP® discuss what brought them to Forum Financial and the benefits of working with a financial professional. - [Forum Appears in the Top 100 on the 2023 Financial Advisor RIA Ranking](https://www.forumfinancial.com/forum-appears-in-the-top-100-on-the-2023-financial-advisor-ria-ranking/) - Forum Financial Management, LP appears in the Top 100 on the 2023 Financial Advisor RIA Ranking. - [When a Loved One Experiences a Decline in Health](https://www.forumfinancial.com/when-a-loved-one-experiences-a-decline-in-health/) - Forum Financial provides a checklist that can be useful for individuals preparing for life-changing events based on the diminishing health of a loved one. - [There Is No Recession ... Yet](https://www.forumfinancial.com/there-is-no-recession-yet/) - Forum Financial shares their second quarter perspective, reminding clients the importance of not letting short-term pessimism derail long-term financial goals. - [Insurance and Investing Don’t Mix](https://www.forumfinancial.com/insurance-and-investing-dont-mix/) - Forum Financial Advisor Tyler Smith discusses the various options for life insurance policies along with considerations regarding investment methods. - [Highly Concentrated Stock Positions Are Not a Good Thing](https://www.forumfinancial.com/highly-concentrated-stock-positions-are-not-a-good-thing/) - Forum Advisor Rob Wurzburg shares why it is unwise to hold a highly concentrated stock position, offering strategies to reduce concentration in a single stock. - [How Do Certificates of Deposit Fit Into My Financial Plan?](https://www.forumfinancial.com/how-do-certificates-of-deposit-fit-into-my-financial-plan/) - Read as Forum Financial addresses when to take advantage of investing in CDs or other short term, low-risk investments and when it is not the best solution. - [5 Things to Consider When Moving to Another State (as a Retiree and While Working)](https://www.forumfinancial.com/5-things-to-consider-when-moving-to-another-state-as-a-retiree-and-while-working/) - Forum Financial highlights why retirees and working households should carefully consider their financial and estate planning needs when moving to a new state. - [Building Financial Security for College Professors](https://www.forumfinancial.com/building-financial-security-for-college-professors/) - Forum Financial Advisor Naya Sou offers key considerations for college professors at all stages of their career on navigating their financial life. - [The Alphabet Soup of Equity Compensation: RSUs and ESPPs](https://www.forumfinancial.com/the-alphabet-soup-of-equity-compensation-rsus-and-espps/) - Forum Financial Advisor Steve Minturn discusses two common forms of equity compensation, RSUs and ESPPs, and provides guidance as to how to manage them. - [Boosting Your Financial Security With a Health Savings Account](https://www.forumfinancial.com/boosting-your-financial-security-with-a-health-savings-account/) - Read how Forum Advisor Dan Drallmeier, CFP® explains how to use health savings accounts, including how to maximize HSAs for the future. - [SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022: What to Know and Retirement Contribution Updates for 2023](https://www.forumfinancial.com/secure-2-0-act-of-2022-what-to-know-and-retirement-contribution-updates-for-2023/) - Forum Financial outlines noteworthy changes and impacts regarding the SECURE 2.0 ACT of 2022 and what you should discuss with your financial advisor. - [Moving Forward Into 2023](https://www.forumfinancial.com/moving-forward-into-2023/) - Read Forum Financial's perspective on the fourth quarter, highlighting some positives to take away as we move forward into 2023 and what actions to take. - [How to Financially Prepare for Having Your First Child](https://www.forumfinancial.com/how-to-financially-prepare-for-having-your-first-child/) - Forum Advisor Rob Wurzburg shares the importance of financial planning and working with a financial advisor ahead of having your first child. - [What Has Happened to Bonds in 2022?](https://www.forumfinancial.com/what-has-happened-to-bonds-in-2022/) - Forum Financial shares their perspective on the third quarter, discussing questions many clients have asked on bond performance, interest rates and inflation. - [5 Year-End Planning Items for 2022](https://www.forumfinancial.com/5-year-end-planning-items-for-2022/) - As year-end approaches, Forum highlights 5 financial planning items to consider and how your financial advisor can assist depending on your financial situation. - [Forum Appears in the Top 100 on the 2021 Financial Advisor RIA Ranking](https://www.forumfinancial.com/forum-appears-on-the-2021-financial-advisor-ria-ranking/) - Forum Financial appears in the Top 100 on the 2021 Financial Advisor RIA Ranking. Forum ranked 77 of the 321 firms appearing on the list. - [Forum Named to Barron’s 2021 Top 100 RIA Firms](https://www.forumfinancial.com/forum-named-to-barrons-2021-top-100-ria-firms/) - Forum Financial Management, LP appears on Barron’s 2021 Top 100 RIA Firms. Forum ranked among the top 50 firms appearing at #44 in 2021. - [Forum Appears in the Top 100 on the 2022 Financial Advisor RIA Ranking](https://www.forumfinancial.com/forum-appears-in-the-top-100-on-the-2022-financial-advisor-ria-ranking/) - Forum Financial Management, LP appears in the Top 100 on the 2021 Financial Advisor RIA Ranking. - [Going to College and Managing Higher Education Costs](https://www.forumfinancial.com/going-to-college-and-managing-higher-education-costs/) - In this recent article, Forum explains how to analyze higher educations as it relates to existing debt and long term financial goals. - [401(k) Advice for Startup Founders](https://www.forumfinancial.com/401k-advice-for-startup-founders/) - Read the decision points Nirav Batavia outlines for startup founders and executives considering setting up a 401(k) plan based on the stage of their company. - [Tax Planning and Roth Opportunities: Some Key Considerations](https://www.forumfinancial.com/tax-planning-and-roth-opportunities/) - Forum Financial Partner Marie Stark outlines key tax planning and Roth opportunities where it may be advantageous to contribute and convert to a Roth. - [Estate Planning Using a Charitable Lead Trust](https://www.forumfinancial.com/estate-planning-using-charitable-lead-trust/) - Charitable lead trusts will become more relevant for donors who want to make charitable donations if tax rates go up and interest rates stay low. - [To Achieve Your Financial Goals, Know Your Risk Tolerance](https://www.forumfinancial.com/know-your-risk-tolerance/) - Forum Financial shares perspective on defining risk tolerance and why knowing and accepting your risk tolerance is essential to achieving financial goals. - [What Is Unusual About These Markets?](https://www.forumfinancial.com/what-is-unusual-about-these-markets/) - Forum Financial discusses the importance of staying disciplined and invested in a diversified way in the midst of ongoing market volatility. - [Perspective Midway Through the Year](https://www.forumfinancial.com/perspective-midway-through-the-year/) - Forum Financial shares perspective on the second quarter and financial decision making in the midst of an ongoing pandemic, a war overseas and rising inflation. - [Have You Planned for Your Digital Assets?](https://www.forumfinancial.com/have-you-planned-for-your-digital-assets/) - Forum Financial shares the importance of preparing your digital assets in a will or estate plan. Read three tips to consider when preparing these documents. - [David McClellan Joins Forum Partner Group](https://www.forumfinancial.com/david-mcclellan-joins-forum-partner-group/) - David McClellan has been named a partner for Forum Financial Management, assisting clients from his office in Austin, Texas. - [How to Jumpstart Your Kid's Retirement Savings](https://www.forumfinancial.com/how-to-jumpstart-your-kids-retirement-savings/) - Forum Advisor David McClellan shares a strategy for parents to help their children plan for retirement at a young age, even when they are not thinking about it. - [Boosting Your Tax-Advantaged Savings With a Mega Backdoor Roth](https://www.forumfinancial.com/boosting-your-tax-advantaged-savings-with-a-mega-backdoor-roth/) - Forum Financial Advisor Joey Schultz explains who could benefit from a mega backdoor Roth along with three examples of how it works. - [Ready for Retirement? Planning Looks Very Different After Age 50](https://www.forumfinancial.com/retirement-planning-looks-very-different-after-age-50/) - Forum Advisor John Vires discusses the distinct financial planning challenges and opportunities for investors in their 50s preparing for retirement. - [5 Reasons Why Women Don't Talk About Money](https://www.forumfinancial.com/5-reasons-why-women-dont-talk-about-money/) - Talking about money with a financial advisor is the first step for women on the journey to financial confidence. Advisor Nicole Campbell shares her thoughts. - [Partner Mary Pat Wesche Named Treasurer of NAWBO Chicago](https://www.forumfinancial.com/forum-partner-mary-pat-wesche-named-treasurer-of-nawbo-chicago/) - Forum Partner Mary Pat Wesche has been named Treasurer of the Chicago Chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO). - [Building Up Your Emergency Savings Fund](https://www.forumfinancial.com/building-up-your-emergency-savings-fund/) - Forum Financial Advisor Michael Kennedy explains the importance of building an emergency savings funds. Consider these four questions when planning. - [Spirit of Giving: Forum Supports DuPagePads](https://www.forumfinancial.com/spirit-of-giving-forum-supports-dupagepads/) - Forum supports DuPage Pads and their efforts to end homelessness in DuPage County. Forum Partner Mary Pat Wesche has worked with DuPagePads for 20 years. - [The Impact of the SECURE Act](https://www.forumfinancial.com/the-impact-of-the-secure-act/) - Nirav Batavia explains how the SECURE Act entails some of the largest changes to retirement planning in the past few years, including changes for IRAs and RMDs. - [Diversification Drives Higher Expected Returns, Not Just Less Risk](https://www.forumfinancial.com/diversification-drives-higher-expected-returns-not-just-less-risk/) - Forum Financial shares how the benefit of diversification has mostly been researched as a risk story, but there is a very important return benefit as well. - [How Extraordinary? Reflections On Past Elections and Their Market Impacts](https://www.forumfinancial.com/reflections-on-past-elections-and-market-impacts/) - Referencing Lin-Manuel Miranda’s “Hamilton” and his idea on legacy, Jonathan Rogers discusses the history of elections and their effect on the stock market. - [Marie Stark Joins Forum Partner Group](https://www.forumfinancial.com/marie-stark-joins-forum-partner-group/) - Marie Stark, CPA has been named a partner for Forum Financial Management, assisting clients from her offices in Cohoes, New York. - [Financial Planning Items to Start 2021](https://www.forumfinancial.com/financial-planning-items-to-start-2021/) - Forum Financial Partner Mary Pat Wesche highlights six financial planning items to consider when beginning to prepare for 2021. - [The Year 2020 in 4 Charts](https://www.forumfinancial.com/the-year-2020-in-4-charts/) - Forum Financial Management provides perspective on the fourth quarter of 2020 with a list of market and economic anomalies as we enter 2021. - [How to Achieve Your Goals in 5 Steps](https://www.forumfinancial.com/how-to-achieve-your-goals-in-5-steps/) - Read this blog from Forum Advisor Juan Ros as he outlines how to achieve your goals in 5 steps using the SMART method. - [Forum Surpasses $5 Billion in Assets](https://www.forumfinancial.com/forum-surpasses-5-billion-in-assets/) - Forum Financial Management, LP has grown to more than $5.3 billion of assets managed or serviced as of December 31, 2020. - [How Diversification Helped Your Portfolio in 2021](https://www.forumfinancial.com/how-diversification-helped-your-portfolio-in-2021/) - Forum Financial Management shares perspective on the second quarter of 2021 and reminds investors of the importance of diversification over the long term. - [2022 Financial Planning Checklist: 10 Things to Consider](https://www.forumfinancial.com/2022-financial-planning-checklist-10-things-to-consider/) - Forum Financial Management highlights several financial planning areas with 10 things to consider in 2022 when setting goals for the new year. - [4 Charts That Help Define 2021](https://www.forumfinancial.com/4-charts-that-help-define-2021/) - Forum Financial offers perspective on 2021 with a list of market and economic topics top of mind that helped define the year as we make our way into 2022. - [Mid-Career Financial Planning Considerations](https://www.forumfinancial.com/mid-career-financial-planning-considerations/) - Forum Financial Advisor Joey Schultz introduces financial planning topics that individuals should consider long before they reach retirement. - [Dan Drallmeier Joins Forum Partner Group](https://www.forumfinancial.com/dan-drallmeier-joins-forum-partner-group/) - Read as Forum announces its newest Partner Daniel Drallmeier. Since joining Forum in 2012, Dan has been a portfolio trader, financial advisor and named partner. - [Making Smart Decisions Around Purchasing a House](https://www.forumfinancial.com/making-smart-decisions-around-purchasing-a-house/) - Read as Forum Financial shares financial considerations for making a smart decision around purchasing a home. - [What Is the Market Telling Us About Inflation and Interest Rates?](https://www.forumfinancial.com/what-is-the-market-telling-us-about-inflation-and-interest-rates/) - Forum Financial shares their perspective on the first quarter of 2022 by explaining Federal Reserve rate hikes, inflation and higher interest rates. - [How to Give Away Money Like a Billionaire](https://www.forumfinancial.com/how-to-give-away-money-like-a-billionaire/) - Forum Financial Advisor Juan Ros outlines three lessons on giving charitably for non-billionaires as modeled by philanthropist MacKenzie Scott. ## Pages - [Forum Financial](https://www.forumfinancial.com/) - Consider Forum Financial as you set long term financial goals. 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Based in the Forum Menlo Park office, Katie works alongside Partners Julie Schatz and Jennifer Cray. - [Nikki Hopson](https://www.forumfinancial.com/profile/nikki-hopson/) - Connect With Advisor Development and Supervision Manager Nikki Hopson. Based in the Forum Lombard office, Nikki focuses on advisor training and development. - [Ali Sobieszek](https://www.forumfinancial.com/profile/ali-sobieszek/) - Connect with HR team member Ali Sobieszek. Based in the Forum Lombard office, Ali serves as the HR Managerrecruiting and onboarding new Forum associates. - [Drew Shinnick](https://www.forumfinancial.com/profile/drew-shinnick/) - Meet Client Service Associate Drew Shinnick. Based in the Menlo Park office, Drew works with Partners Julie Schatz and Jennifer Cray assisting Forum clients. - [Irene Compra](https://www.forumfinancial.com/profile/irene-compra/) - Connect with Client Service Associate Irene Compra. Based in the Forum Lombard office, Irene works with financial advisors helping to serve their clients. - [Jessica Haages](https://www.forumfinancial.com/profile/jessica-haages/) - Connect with Client Service Associate Jessica Haages. Based in the Forum Lombard Office, Jessica is a resource to financial advisors and their clients. - [Jennifer Drufke](https://www.forumfinancial.com/profile/jennifer-drufke/) - Meet Client Service Associate Jennifer Drufke. Based in the Forum Lombard office, she assists financial advisors as they help clients achieve financial goals. - [Jamie Di Bari](https://www.forumfinancial.com/profile/jamie-di-bari/) - Get to know Client Service Associate Jamie Di Bari. Based in the Forum Lombard office, Jamie assists financial advisors with servicing Forum clients. - [Matthew Harrigan](https://www.forumfinancial.com/profile/matthew-harrigan/) - Connect With Client Service Associate Matthew Harrigan. Based in the Forum Lombard office, Matthew assists financial advisors in serving their clients. - [Danny Simpliciano](https://www.forumfinancial.com/profile/danny-simpliciano/) - Meet Client Service Associate Danny Simpliciano. Based in the Thousand Oaks office, Danny works with Forum advisors helping to serve their clients. - [Anne Methven](https://www.forumfinancial.com/profile/anne-methven/) - Connect with Anne Methven from Forum’s Client Services team. Anne is based in the Forum Midlothian office, serving financial advisors and their clients. - [Niki Theil](https://www.forumfinancial.com/profile/niki-theil/) - Get to know Client Service Associate Niki Theil. Based in the Menlo Park office, Niki services Forum clients alongside Partners Julie Schatz and Jennifer Cray. - [Andrew Carava](https://www.forumfinancial.com/profile/andrew-carava/) - Meet Trader Andrew Carava. Based in the Forum Lombard office, Andrew assists financial advisors as a part of the backoffice team. - [Nancy Caesar](https://www.forumfinancial.com/profile/nancy-caesar/) - Connect with Nancy Caesar from the Forum Advisor Services team. Nancy is based in the Forum Lombard office, serving financial advisors. - [Aliza Khan](https://www.forumfinancial.com/profile/aliza-khan/) - Connect with Aliza Khan from the Forum Advisor Services team. Aliza is based in the Forum Lombard office, serving financial advisors in the back-office. - [Matt Ramos](https://www.forumfinancial.com/profile/matt-ramos/) - Connect with Advisor Support Matt Ramos from the Forum Advisor Services team. Matt is based in the Forum Lombard office, serving financial advisors. - [Manny Robles](https://www.forumfinancial.com/profile/manny-robles/) - Connect with Senior Trader Manny Robles from the Forum Advisor Services team. Manny is based in the Forum Lombard office, serving financial advisors. - [Pranil Vitha](https://www.forumfinancial.com/profile/pranil-vitha/) - Connect with Backoffice Associate Pranil Vitha. Based in the Forum Lombard office, Pranil works closely with our financial advisors in advisor services. - [Jacqueline Arenas](https://www.forumfinancial.com/profile/jacqueline-arenas/) - Read about Director of Client Services Jacqueline Arenas. Based in the Forum Lombard office, Jackie assists advisors and oversees the client services group. - [Scott Krajacic](https://www.forumfinancial.com/profile/scott-krajacic/) - Connect with Trading Manager Scott Krajacic from the Forum Advisor Services team. Scott is based in the Forum Lombard office, serving financial advisors. - [Laura Latragna](https://www.forumfinancial.com/profile/laura-latragna/) - Read about Chief Marketing Officer Laura Latragna based in the Forum Lombard office. Laura oversees and works with members of the Forum Marketing Team. - [Brian Shapiro](https://www.forumfinancial.com/profile/brian-shapiro/) - Read about Advisor Development Officer Brian Shapiro. Based in the Forum Lombard office Brian focuses on recruiting financial advisors and RIA firms.