Financial Planning

Women, Wealth, and the Power of Strategic Planning

As we celebrate Women’s History Month, 2025 research shows women aren’t just participating in the economy, they’re reshaping it. According to a recent CFP Board research report, women now control a growing share of financial assets with approximately 69% serving as the primary financial decision-makers in their households, underscoring their expanding influence on wealth and the broader economy. [...]

Love Your Partner’s Money Script

Every couple brings two financial histories into a relationship, whether they realize it or not. These histories shape what financial psychologist Brad Klontz, one of the leading researchers on how people think and feel about money, calls money scripts: deeply held and often unconscious beliefs about money that grow out of childhood experiences, family dynamics, culture, and major financial events. [...]

State of the Firm

State of the Firm Despite some national chaos at the beginning of the year, 2025 was another successful year for Redwood Grove Wealth Management LLC. We are grateful to our clients, family, and friends for their ongoing trust. […]

Medicare Could Get Messy This Year

Medicare Could Get Messy This Year Medicare open enrollment could be more complicated than usual this year. Significant premium increases are expected in Part D drug plans, and many Advantage plans may be canceled. That means people on both original Medicare and Advantage plans should review their options carefully. […]

Big Changes to Student Loans — Is Your Family Ready?

Big Changes to Student Loans After several years of paused payments, temporary relief, and forgiveness announcements, the federal student loan system is finally settling into a new structure. The recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) brings sweeping and permanent changes to how families borrow and repay college loans. While some updates may benefit [...]

Long-Term Thinking in a Short-Term World

When the Noise Gets Loud It seems like every day brings a fresh wave of chaotic news out of Washington, warnings of financial collapse, and rising geopolitical tension. The world can feel like it is coming apart. With so much uncertainty in the air, it is only natural to wonder whether adjustments should be made [...]

5 Ways to Get Organized Financially in the New Year

The new year is the perfect time to refresh your financial goals and gain better control over your money. Whether you’re planning for the long term or just looking to simplify your finances, organizing your financial life can bring peace of mind. Here are five key steps to get your finances in shape for 2025. [...]

Tips for Filling Out the FAFSA

For families with college students, financial aid season has arrived. The FAFSA is now available, and unlike last year’s rocky rollout of a revamped version, this year’s form appears to be relatively glitch-free. If you’re debating whether to complete the FAFSA, here are a few reasons why it’s worth the effort: […]

Strategies for Navigating Uncertainty & Anxiety

When life throws us a curveball, whether it’s an unexpected election result or a negative life transition like a death, divorce, or job loss, it can be tempting to wallow in self-pity or obsess about the worst-case scenarios. Neither of these responses benefits our mental health or helps us cope effectively. Instead, we recommend a [...]