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Steve Lear | Feb 9, 2026

Financial Fundamentals – Estate Planning Essentials

Estate & Legacy Planning
Financial Fundamentals
During an initial conversation with a prospective client, a financial planner will almost always inquire about their estate planning needs.
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Steve Lear | Jan 29, 2026

2026 Market Forecast

Financial Planning
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Market Commentary
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Event recording from January 28, 2026. Presented by Marc Usem and Marcia Zappa.

In our 2026 Market Forecast Presentation, we reflect on key events from 2025

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Steve Lear | Jan 13, 2026

Winter 2026 Market Commentary

Market Commentary
Investments
Climbing a Wall of Worry
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Steve Lear | Dec 15, 2025

Message From the President: Winter 2025

Message from the President
December marks a significant milestone for Affiance Financial – 25 years of working to make lives better.
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Steve Lear | Oct 7, 2025

Fall 2025 Market Commentary

Investments
Market Commentary
A Newsworthy Quarter
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Steve Lear | Sep 29, 2025

(Webinar Recording) Client Education: Navigating Your Client Portal

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Join Director of Client Support, Megan Pace, for an informative client education session to learn how to navigate your client portal.
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Steve Lear | Sep 8, 2025

Message From the President: Fall 2025

Message from the President
Starting September 30, your Plans of Action will be delivered through your Client Portal.
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Steve Lear | Aug 27, 2025

Six Key Tax Changes from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

Among its many components, the Act introduces several significant changes to standard deduction rules that affect both individuals and businesses.
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Steve Lear | Aug 27, 2025

Navigating Life After Loss of Mobility: A Conversation Between Brendan Halleron and Steve Lear

Loss of mobility is a challenge many people will face, whether from sudden injury, illness, or the gradual effects of aging.
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Steve Lear | Aug 20, 2025

Your Guide to Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs): What You Need to Know

Retirement Planning
Tax Planning
Learn the rules, deadlines, and tax strategies for Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) to avoid penalties and optimize your retirement income.
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Steve Lear | Aug 15, 2025

Planning Your Legacy: Begin With the End in Mind

Estate & Legacy Planning
Estate planning is the how; legacy planning is the why. So how do you start planning for your legacy while living your busy and fulfilling life?
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Steve Lear | Jul 31, 2025

Charitable Giving and Planning for Your Legacy

Charitable Giving
Estate & Legacy Planning
Unlock the power of charitable giving with confidence and strategic planning. Discover how charitable giving can shape your legacy.
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