By Steven M. Rogé, MBA, CFP®, AIF® Chief Investment Officer The late-great Yogi Berra once said, “They give you cash, which is just as good as money.” Back when Yogi was busy winning one of his 13 world championships there wasn’t such a thing as “Incentive Stock Options” or ISOs. It wasn’t until the 1960s...Read More

By Steven M. Rogé, MBA, CFP®, AIF® Managing Director and Chief Investment Officer Although we are big proponents of giving back to the community year-round, the Holiday season tends to make people even more generous than usual. Perhaps because we are headed into a New Year and are feeling grateful, or perhaps because we are...Read More

By Steven M. Rogé, MBA, CFP®, AIF® Leaving a legacy means different things to different people. But to leave a legacy one must have something to give. After almost two decades of rising asset prices (stocks and housing among other assets) an increasing number of individuals and families are in the unique position to not...Read More

Unless you have been “off the grid,” you are probably aware that we have a Presidential election coming in November. Like with most elections, political rhetoric is all over the news and media outlets. As financial advisors we are focused on how politician’s economic and tax platforms may affect our clients’ portfolios. We have received...Read More

While only a handful of our clients have voiced their concern about the upcoming elections impact on the markets and the economy, we know the topic is likely to be on everyone’s mind. Therefore, I wanted to share my thoughts on this complicated subject with you. In the past, my response about presidential elections and...Read More

By Kelley Muhsemann Communications and Marketing Manager Have you been spending wisely? Although typically when discussing “spending” with our clients, we are referring to money, it can be just as important and valuable to think about how you spend your time. With so many working from home, going out less, and enjoying more “down time”...Read More

By Kelley Muhsemann Communications and Marketing Manager “I can’t change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.” – Jimmy Dean Although the Covid-19 pandemic has caused many new policies like wearing masks, working remotely, and social distancing, the market volatility it has caused is not a...Read More

The Coronavirus and the mitigation measures being taken by governments, businesses and individuals are causing concern and fear worldwide. The virus itself needs mitigation measures because it may be more contagious than the flu.  Everyone is being asked to sacrifice by staying home, exercising recommended hygiene measures and adhering to all social distancing recommendations.  If...Read More

By Steven Rogé, MBA, AIF®, CMFC® Director of Research and Portfolio Management As you are undoubtably aware, the Coronavirus (COVID-19) is all over the news affecting people’s emotions, stock market volatility, and in some cases their lives.  If you are wondering how this is affecting your portfolio, keep in mind that R.W. Rogé & Company,...Read More