Posts by Brian J. Lockett, CFP®

Estate Planning and Wealth Transfer
"What is a Fiduciary?" Understanding How Registered Investment Advisors and Certified Financial Planners Put Clients First
Managing finances on your own can feel like trying to steer a ship in the middle of a storm. Between work and othe...
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Market Insights
Solving for X in 2020
Economic recovery is not a straightforward path. In fact, it may even be a K-shaped one.
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CWM News
Should I Refinance My Home During the Pandemic? CWM Answers Common Questions
As we continue to make our way through this time of social and economic uncertainty, one beacon of opportunity has...
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Goals & Planning
The Hidden 401(k) Benefit You May Have Missed
When most of us think about 401(k)s, the movie “Fun with Dick and Jane” is probably the last thing on anyone’s mind...
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Goals & Planning
Embracing Opportunity After a Job Transition: How to Repurpose Your 401(k)
For employees who have the option of investing in a 401(k) retirement savings plan through an employer, taking adva...
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Retirement and Pre-Retirement
Boeing’s Voluntary Layoff and Early Retirement Packages: Not a “One-Size-Fits-All” Decision
Brian Lockett, CFP® and financial advisor Marc Knauss outline considerations for Boeing employees who have accepted...
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Market Insights
The VIX: A Hopeful Sign for a Less Fearful Future
Leave it to the economists to put a number on fear. Of course, none of us needs a data point to experience the impa...
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CWM News
Opinion: Brace for a market correction in 2020
CWM Vice President Brian Lockett, CFP® shared his thoughts on the market outlook in 2020 and how small business own...
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Goals & Planning
Parents should help children prepare for future financial success
Brian Lockett, CFP® shares with parents how they can prepare their children to be financially responsible before th...
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Retirement and Pre-Retirement
The Hidden Gem Within Your 401k
This article provides an overview of retirement saving strategies, particularly when utilizing 401(k) plans—includi...
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