Entries by Mark

Wealth can help you fund your purpose, but it can’t help you find it.

On a recent trip along Interstate 70 between St. Louis and Denver, I found myself reflecting on how travel reminds me of what truly matters. The endless fields, the inevitable gas station stops, and the mountains rising in the distance — a road trip mirrors life’s bigger journey. Think about it: the highway is the […]

The Thrill of Hope: A Message for the Season

As we approach the close of this year, my heart is filled with a profound sense of gratitude. This powerful word has been on my mind throughout 2024, and it seems fitting to reflect on what it means, especially as we enter the holiday season. First and foremost, I am deeply grateful for the incredible […]

5 Powerful Lessons to Teach Your Kids about Earning and Responsibility

One of the worst things a parent could hear about their children is that they are spoiled and ungrateful. In a world where instant gratification is at our fingertips, it is more important than ever to instill values of hard work, gratitude, and resilience in our kids. Children are growing up in an environment of […]

Elections Move Markets: Fact or Fiction?

As November draws near, we can expect a flood of headlines, opinions, and discussions about the presidential election. Among the most frequent topics will be speculation on how the election results might impact the market. While the President will certainly have a large influence on policy, which in turn affects the economy, trying to time […]

Sarah Wolk Elevated to Partner at Mosaic Family Wealth

Sarah Wolk, CFP® Senior Wealth Advisor, Principal sarah@mosaicwealth.com [St. Louis, March 1, 2024] — Mosaic Family Wealth proudly announces the promotion of Sarah Wolk to Partner, recognizing her exceptional contributions and unwavering dedication to the firm’s success. As a Senior Wealth Advisor, Sarah has become an essential member of the Mosaic Family Wealth team. Her […]

Tyler Campo Promoted to Partner at Mosaic Family Wealth

Tyler Campo, CLU®, ChFC® Managing Director, Principal tyler@mosaicwealth.com [St. Louis, March 1, 2024] — Mosaic Family Wealth proudly announces the promotion of Tyler Campo to Partner, marking a significant milestone in his career with the firm and serving as a testament to his substantial contributions during his tenure as Managing Director. With a wealth of […]

Tuesday Tidbit: The Sure-Fire 2023 Recession Now in Doubt

When 2023 began, stocks were off their all-time highs by nearly 20%, inflation hovered above 6%, and the Fed was in the midst of its most aggressive rate hike cycle in decades in an attempt to bring inflation down towards its 2% target. The Fed signaled that more rate hikes were on the horizon for […]

Tuesday Tidbit: U.S. Debt Gets Downgraded Again — What’s Next?

Last week, Fitch ratings agency announced that it was cutting the U.S. debt rating by one notch, from AAA to AA+. Fitch joined S&P rating agency which previously downgraded U.S. debt similarly back in 2011, ironically under similar circumstances surrounding political infighting around raising the country’s debt limit. Let’s dive a little deeper into why […]

Tuesday Tidbit: How to Grow Your Wealth and Health

As we discussed last week, becoming wealthy isn’t easy. Neither is being healthy. Accumulating wealth, like a disciplined diet, requires us to make hard choices in the moment. We have to prioritize our future selves over our desire for instant gratification. There is a recipe for success that applies as much to a strong diet […]