by Derek Williams | Nov 29, 2022 | Wealth Management
Rising interest rates are at the center of practically every economic discussion right now. In an effort to fight off high inflation, the Federal Reserve has raised interest rates several times— often by a full 75 basis points. That target federal funds rate,... 
by Derek Williams | Nov 14, 2022 | Taxes, Investing
Recently, our own Derek Williams, CFP® sat down to answer the four biggest real estate investing questions we hear from clients and the public about purchasing investment properties. That article for beginner real estate investors addressed the top factors and... 
by Derek Williams | Oct 7, 2022 | Investing
Here at Cook Wealth, our joint Wealth and Tax Advisor team gets a lot of questions about real estate investing. Especially in times like this, when stock market returns are less than favorable, clients wonder if real estate is a wise investment, how to start investing... 
by Derek Williams | Jul 15, 2022 | Investing, Taxes, Wealth Management
There are few emotions more uncomfortable than the feeling of losing control. And that’s exactly what many investors feel when the market drops. As a Cook Wealth Advisor, I’ve walked with clients through a number of high highs and low lows. I’ve heard these... 
by Derek Williams | May 31, 2022 | Goal Setting, Wealth Management
You already know saving money is critical to your long term financial health. Some of your biggest financial goals are only achievable by saving— like retiring early, paying off your mortgage, putting your kids (or grandkids) through college, or starting your dream...