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Why I’m Thrilled to Open Plancorp’s Doors in Nashville

It's been nine months since I walked into our president’s office to make a fairly bold ask: would Plancorp support me in a move from St. Louis to Nashville? Read more…

U.S. News & Report: Jessie Weiss on Older Investors Learning from Millennials

I recently had the chance to speak with U.S. News & World Report about how “Older Investors Can Learn a Lot From Millennials.” Read more…

Full Hearts Don’t Mean Empty Wallets

Okay, okay, all the mothers out there were right: there is nothing like the love you feel for your children. Read more…

How to Read More Books Next Year (and My Favorites from 2017)

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Year-End Tax Tips, in Light of Tax Reform

The end of the year is traditionally a good time to tackle tax planning. You have an idea of what your total income will be, so you can make decisions with an eye on tax efficiencies. This year, the back-and-forth on tax reform has narrowed the window of opportunity a bit. Read more…

Should You Invest in Bitcoin?

The frenzy around cryptocurrencies only goes up by the day. All the excitement drives everyone from experienced professionals to average investors to wonder: what should you do with Bitcoin? Read more…

U.S. News & World Report: The Importance of Disciplined Investing

I recently had the opportunity to speak with U.S. News & World Report regarding the importance of managing emotions in investing. I was quoted in its “Is Your Advisor Helping or Hurting Your Retirement Strategy?” piece, an excerpt of which is below. Read more…

How A 529 College Saving Plan Can Help You And Your Family

"Are 529 plans worth it?" Read more…

St. Louis Post-Dispatch: Chris Kerckhoff on the Bitcoin Hype

I had the opportunity to contribute to the Bitcoin debate, likening the hype to a "fear of missing out" mentality. Read more…

Tax Reform Status Update

Tax reform seems to be the topic du jour of everything from dinner conversations to media headlines. But the frequency with which it changes, not to mention the current length of the bills (more than 400 and 500 pages for the House and Senate versions, respectively), makes it difficult to sift Read more…