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The holidays are officially here, which can be both a blessing and an added pressure for recent widows. While it’s a wonderful time of year to enjoy with family and friends, there’s an ever-present reminder that things will look a little different this year and you may feel anything but festive.
Additionally, most women face more stress around the holidays

The holidays can be an especially difficult time for widows. Traditions and family gatherings can conjure memories and emotions that leave widows feeling exhausted. It’s in these times that leaning on the support of loved ones or cozying up with a good read can really help. With this in mind, we’ve compiled a list of Northstar recommended reading (and listening)

As a small business owner, you serve as the cornerstone of your business, which means your employees, clients, and partners rely on your leadership and guidance. To see your business grow and reach new milestones, you must be one hundred percent committed.
For most business owners, your personal wealth is closely tied to the success of your business. Your business

Just as your investments are subject to various risk factors like rising interest rates, currency risk, and economic turmoil, there’s another type of risk you may not have even considered: your own mental well-being.
When you think of the term “cognitive decline,” the most extreme cases likely come to mind—dementia or Alzheimer’s. But the reality is, as you age, it’s

You’ve heard about the importance of compounding when it comes to saving for retirement or other larger goals. Small contributions made regularly multiply in value over time. The longer your contributions grow uninterrupted, the more impactful each dollar becomes. Because of this, compounding interest is the (not so) secret ingredient to building your long-term savings toward financial independence.
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Watching your parents get older is difficult, especially if their health or cognitive abilities start to decline. If you haven’t started planning for your parents’ future care and financial needs, it’s important to do so sooner rather than later. Here are a few areas of considerations we recommend you start discussing with your parents and a trusted financial professional.