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Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA®

What You Need to Know About the AI Bubble

AI-related investment is surging but does it signal a bubble? Learn how Compass Wealth Management helps investors evaluate risk and stay prepared.

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Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA®

Easy Explanation of U.S. Debt Issue

Federal interest payments now exceed defense spending. Learn what this means for your retirement plan and how Compass Wealth Management helps clients prepare.

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Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA®

Big Changes to Medicare Coverage on the Way

Rising costs, fewer doctors, and less coverage. Learn what is changing for Medicare Advantage in 2026 and how Compass Wealth Management helps retirees plan with confidence.

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Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA®

Staying Safe: What's New in Financial Fraud

Learn how fake texts, phone scams, and AI-powered fraud are targeting investors in 2025. Robert Amato of Compass Wealth Management shares tips to protect your finances and avoid scams.

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Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA®

A Concerning New Trend in AI Companies

Discover how circular capital flows are shaping AI company growth in 2025. Robert Amato of Compass Wealth Management explores how this financial trend may impact valuations, risk, and long-term investment strategy.

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Lance Miller, CFP® Lance Miller, CFP®

Taxes in Retirement | Guide to Saving Thousands

Explore how the 2025 tax law changes, including the SALT cap increase, new senior deduction, and higher retirement contribution limits, could affect your financial plan. Compass Wealth Management breaks it down.

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Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA®

2025 Tax Changes That Could Impact Your Retirement

Explore how the 2025 tax law changes, including the SALT cap increase, new senior deduction, and higher retirement contribution limits, could affect your financial plan. Compass Wealth Management breaks it down.

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Lance Miller, CFP® Lance Miller, CFP®

How Much You Should Have Saved By Age

Wondering how much you should have saved for retirement by now? Use these income-based benchmarks to check your progress and plan your next steps with confidence.

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Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA®

A Warning Sign for Real Estate Prices?

 Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® breaks down why a sharp drop in lumber prices may be more than a materials story. As a leading indicator, lumber has historically signaled turning points in the housing market.

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Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA®

Why We Built Compass: A Better Model for Financial Planning

Robert Amato explains the story behind Compass Wealth Management, detailing how a commitment to planning, unbiased advice, cost transparency, and consistent strategy shaped the firm. No commissions, no hidden agendas, just ongoing planning tailored to real client needs.

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Lance Miller, CFP® Lance Miller, CFP®

Backdoor Roth | Everything You Need to Know

When high earners can’t contribute directly to a Roth IRA, the backdoor Roth can be a valuable strategy. But if you don’t understand the IRS rules, you could create an unexpected tax problem.

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Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA®

What History Teaches Us About Inflation and Investing

When we think about major market downturns—1929, 1973, or 2000—what often comes to mind is volatility and loss. But history shows that inflation and valuations play an even bigger role in long-term outcomes.

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Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA® Robert Amato, CFP®, CIMA®

Back to Extreme Market Valuations?

The S&P 500’s valuation just broke a level few thought we’d revisit—surpassing its dot-com bubble peak on a price-to-sales basis.

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Lance Miller, CFP® Lance Miller, CFP®

Social Security Survivor Benefits

Social Security Survivor Benefits can provide essential income for surviving spouses and children—but many people don’t realize they’re eligible or when to claim.

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