Author: Jonathan Harrison, CFP®

Why Net Worth is a Powerful Financial Tool May 7, 2026 By Jonathan Harrison, CFP®

One of the most helpful tools in your financial planning toolkit is your Net Worth Report. This simp

How to Update Your Net Worth in the Client Portal   May 1, 2026 by Joel Reimer, CFP®

Having an accurate and up-to-date net worth is an important part of what your advisor needs to help you navigate your finances. Within the Sound Stewardship Tamarac portal, you can update the most cur

The Return on Volunteering  April 24, 2026 by Kristin Schroeder, CFP®

What if one of the most proven paths to a more fulfilled life isn't earning more, but giving more? There's a counterintuitive truth at the heart of a generous life: the more you give, the more you rec

Our Team’s 3 Favorite Budgeting Apps in 2026  April 7, 2026 by Joel Reimer, CFP®

When working with clients on spending and cash flow, they often ask what budgeting app is the best one to use. The reality is that budgeting apps aren’t one-size-fits-all. What’s important is finding

A Thoughtful Response to Market Turmoil  April 2, 2026 by Jonathan Harrison, CFP®

If you’ve looked at your investments recently, you’ve probably winced. There’s a lot of concern amidst stock market swings and increased gas prices. This may feel like déjà vu: last year it was the

Six Pillars of Special Needs Planning  March 25, 2026 by Matt Syverson, CFP®

Did you know that approximately 1 in 5 Americans live with a physical, sensory, or intellectual disability? And when it comes to providing care for individuals with special needs, 1 in 4 households ca

Three Tax Planning Strategies for a Smoother Tax Season  March 11, 2026 by Kristin Schroeder, CFP®

One of the most valuable things our wealth advisors do is help clients plan proactively for taxes. And when people first work with us, they’re often surprised to find out that real tax planning doesn'

Faith-Driven Portfolios: Aligning Values with Investing  February 4, 2026 by Jonathan Harrison, CFP®

At Sound Stewardship, we've always believed investing is more than returns on a statement. It can also be an opportunity to align your resources with your values. That’s why we offer a variety of valu

How to Invest in 2026  January 28, 2026 by Jonathan Harrison, CFP®

Every January, I like to step back, examine what happened in the market, and revisit the timeless principles that truly matter for long‑term investing. This year, I’m pulling highlights from J.P. Morg

Top 10 Questions We Help Clients Solve  January 26, 2026 by Derek Hensley, CFP®

As I look back on 2025, I’m reminded that the most meaningful client conversations rarely start with market performance. Instead, they begin with the real-life questions and puzzles that clients bring