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On the Gridiron

In Articles, Articles: Salt Lake City Office, SLC Winter 2026 by Scott Dougan

Congratulations to a member of our team, Nic Ceballos, as he will be continuing his college education and football pursuits at Utah Tech University! Nic’s commitment, perseverance, resilience, and hard work has landed him an opportunity to fulfill his dream of being a D1 collegiate student athlete. Nic spent this past year as a marketing intern for Elevated Retirement Group. …

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Advisor Milestone

In Articles, Articles: Salt Lake City Office, SLC Winter 2026, Team Spotlights by Scott Dougan

We are excited to share that our newest advisor, Cooper Parry, has officially completed his CFP® certification. The Certified Financial Planner™ designation is widely recognized as the gold standard in financial planning and reflects a deep commitment to technical expertise, ethical standards, and putting clients’ best interests first. Cooper’s achievement further strengthens our team and enhances the level of guidance …

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Our Team is Expanding

In Articles, Articles: Salt Lake City Office, SLC Winter 2026, Team Spotlights by Scott Dougan

In other wonderful personal news from our team. Our advisor, Dallin Bunnell, and his wife, Rachel, are expecting their first child this July. It is an exciting milestone for their growing family, and we could not be happier. As Dallin prepares for this new chapter, please be assured that our team has planned accordingly to ensure continuity of service. Should …

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Off to College

In Articles, Articles: Salt Lake City Office, SLC Winter 2026 by Scott Dougan

Cory’s daughter, Ava, is a senior at Copper Hills High School and was accepted to continue her education at the University of Kansas, starting in the fall of 2026. She plans to major in Sports Management and has applied to be a team manager for the men’s basketball team at KU. It’s a big transition for her, but with the …

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When Everyone’s Watching but No One’s Helping: The Caregiver’s Bystander Trap

In Articles, Articles: Kansas City Office, Articles: Salt Lake City Office by Scott Dougan

Have you ever witnessed an accident, whether it was a car crash, someone collapsing, or a sudden medical emergency? For a split second, your instincts tell you to help… but then another thought sneaks in: “Someone else will take care of it.” That quiet hesitation is so common that psychologists have a name for it: the bystander effect. It describes how, when …

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Steps To Take in 2026: Reflection, Renewal, and Readiness for the Year Ahead

In Articles, Articles: Kansas City Office, Articles: Salt Lake City Office by Scott Dougan

How can another year have come and gone so quickly? It seems like yesterday we were making sense of 2025, another year full of surprises, resilience, and reminders that the world (and the markets) rarely follow a script. Inflation cooled but not without a few bumps. Interest rates stayed higher than we’d grown used to, testing patience and portfolios alike. …

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An Elevated Communication Experience

In Articles, Articles: Kansas City Office, Winter 2026 by Scott Dougan

Fewer Emails. Greater Financial Impact. If you choose to remain on our VIP list, you’ll hear from me less often—but with far more purpose behind every message. Your time and your inbox are important, and I want to ensure each communication you receive directly supports your financial clarity, confidence, and long-term goals. Going forward, my updates will focus on what …

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Back to the Basics: How Home Equity Can Support a More Flexible Retirement

In Articles, Articles: Kansas City Office, Articles: Salt Lake City Office, Back to the Basics, SLC Winter 2026, Winter 2026 by Scott Dougan

For many retirees, the home is more than a place to live, it’s one of the largest assets on the balance sheet. Yet home equity is often overlooked or underutilized in retirement planning. When thoughtfully integrated into a broader financial strategy, home equity can provide flexibility, resilience, and peace of mind throughout retirement. The key isn’t viewing your home as …