Running a Business? Don’t Miss These 5 Signs Your Finances Need Attention
When you’re running a business, your own financial health can easily fall to the bottom of the list. Between managing your team, serving clients, and making big decisions every day, it’s no surprise that personal planning gets pushed aside.
Argent Bridge Advisors’ Eric Ashburn Recognized as a 2025 Five Star Wealth Manager
October 2025 – Vienna, VA – Argent Bridge Advisors is proud to announce that Eric Ashburn, CFP®, CEPA®, CDFA®, has been named a 2025 Five Star Wealth Manager. This recognition honors professionals in the wealth management industry who demonstrate exceptional client satisfaction, integrity, and commitment to excellence.
The 5 Players and Money Moves That Can Make or Break Your Business Exit
I recently saw the new F1 movie with Brad Pitt, and it was a reminder that even the fastest driver cannot win without the right team in the pit. Exiting a business is no different. Roughly half of business sales collapse before closing. Not because the numbers do not add up, but because planning, people, and process are not aligned.
Year-End & Beyond: Tax Planning Strategies for High-Net-Worth Families
As we approach year-end, many families are asking how to make the most of 2025 under current tax rules while also preparing for the changes ahead in 2026. The weeks between now and December 31 represent a particularly important window for proactive planning. Actions taken before year-end can reduce this year’s tax bill, strengthen long-term wealth strategies, and position you to take advantage of new opportunities in the years ahead.
[Money Moves with Maggie] 3 Cybersecurity Tips to Protect Your Finances Online
Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a good reminder to take a closer look at how you’re protecting your finances online. With so much of our financial life happening digitally, it’s more important than ever to keep your accounts secure.
📌 Topics covered:
Why strong, unique passwords matter
How to spot and handle texting scams
Setting up alerts to monitor your accounts
💡 Tip: A password manager and regular account alerts can go a long way in helping you stay one step ahead of fraud.
✅ Watch this quick video for three simple ways to strengthen your cybersecurity habits.
When Love & Legacy Collide
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s separation after 19 years underscores that even long, seemingly perfect marriages face challenges. Their story reflects what many experience in divorce: dividing assets, protecting children, managing emotions, and maintaining privacy. With preparation and trusted guidance, couples can navigate separation with clarity and stability for the future.
[Cup of Joe] Government Shutdown & “Is the Market Going to Crash?”
Watch October’s Cup of Joe to learn how a government shutdown and rising market anxiety could affect investors. Joe explains why shutdowns are typically short-lived, how the size of the U.S. economy helps limit lasting effects, and why current valuations may lead to short-term profit-taking. He also discusses how the Argent Bridge Investment Committee recently rebalanced portfolios by trimming U.S. equities, restoring bonds to full target weight, and modestly increasing international exposure to maintain balance through uncertainty. Finally, Joe shares perspective on recent “market crash” headlines and why today’s market appears more grounded in strong fundamentals than in speculation.
A Premarital Playlist
You’ve picked the venue, finalized the guest list, chosen a cake flavor, and built the perfect wedding playlist. But have you tackled one of the most important pre wedding steps? An honest financial conversation with your partner.
It’s not the most glamorous part of wedding planning, but it may be the most critical. Financial stress is one of the biggest sources of conflict in marriage. Talking openly about money now helps you start your life together on the same page.
[Money Moves with Maggie] Planning Finances as a Couple
This month, Maggie is joined by her fiancé, Enzo, to share the most important money conversations couples should have when planning a future together. They cover topics like merging finances, setting shared goals, and how open dialogue can create a stronger financial foundation before or just after marriage.
The OBBBA Deduction Explained: What Retirees Should Know
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) is making big changes to how Social Security benefits are taxed. While many retirees will see reduced or even eliminated taxes thanks to a new deduction, the details matter. Income limits, phase-outs, and an expiration date in 2028 mean this benefit isn’t as simple as it seems.