Do you know what you need to review at the end of the year to ensure that your financial and retirement planning is on track?

As the midterm elections approach in the next few weeks, we are constantly asked by current and prospective clients what impacts different election scenarios could

Investors and consumers have a growing demand for goods and services that contribute to a sustainable future for our planet, and financial investments are no

ARQ Wealth Advisors: Q3 2022 Commentary –Bear Market Woes…. By Richard Siegel, CFP® Ugh! What else can you say? 2022 is shaping up to be

On September 21, 2022, the United States Federal Reserve raised its interest rate to 3.25 points. The rate increase is the fifth in a series of rate

Managing a business can be overwhelming. Without sound financial priorities, even fast-growing businesses can fail. Fortunately, a financial planner in Scottsdale, such as ARQ Wealth,

Reaching a high level of income is a fantastic milestone to accomplish, but it’s only the start of effectively planning for retirement and investing for

ARQ Wealth Advisors: Q2 2022 Commentary –To recession or not to recession, THAT is the question! By Richard Siegel, CFP® To say that the first

As inflation continues to increase as each new monthly report comes out and many Americans continue to struggle, it’s more important than ever to have

Financial planning for engineers is the key to setting up your future. Considering that the median salary for an engineer in the United States is

Whether it’s expected or unexpected, becoming suddenly single adds in layers of complexity in different aspects of your life that can be overwhelming. At ARQ

ARQ Wealth Advisors: Q1 2022 Commentary By Richard Siegel, CFP® The first quarter of 2022 could be described as tumultuous, chaotic, stress-inducing, you name it.

Becoming a physician is a worthwhile and meaningful career path. Although doctors may be healthcare experts, organizing finances can be another story. Many young physicians

At ARQ Wealth, we understand the most challenging and overwhelming part of financial and retirement planning can be getting started. That’s where we come in

The United States economy is showing signs of healing from the pandemic-induced recession. However, the Federal Reserve (the Fed) claims it will raise its central

ARQ Wealth Advisors: Q4 2021 Commentary By Richard Siegel, CFP® 2021 was the second year in a row in which we all had to deal

As we enter the New Year, it’s a great time to reflect on your overall financial planning strategies from the previous year to make necessary

At ARQ Wealth Advisors we are a comprehensive financial management firm, and we focus on going above and beyond to help clients not only with

As the world economy rebounds on the heels of the COVID-19 pandemic, so far in 2021 we’ve seen concerning signs of rising inflation and have

ARQ Wealth Advisors: Q3 2021 Commentary By Richard Siegel, CFP® The third quarter of 2021 delivered weak returns for the majority of global equities. This

Investment Management Services located in Scottsdale, AZ Sound financial planning is more than picking the right stocks or saving for retirement. Instead, it is ensuring

At ARQ Wealth Advisors, we know that developing a solid financial plan is a crucial step toward ensuring your security throughout life and into retirement.

Retirement planning is something that many Americans tend to put off until their later years. In fact, a recent report from the U.S. Government Accountability

ARQ Wealth Advisors: Q2 2021 Commentary By Richard Siegel, CFP® The second quarter of 2021 once again delivered strong equity market performance and economic growth.

With all the options out there for assistance working towards your financial goals, it can be difficult and overwhelming to know where to start. One

Are you thinking of turning to a qualified financial advisor? Scottsdale, Arizona, and the Greater Phoenix area are full of options that will meet your

ARQ Wealth Advisors: Q1 2021 Commentary By Richard Siegel, CFP® The first three months of 2021 delivered a welcome continuation of strong equity market performance

“A Shot in the Arm”  By Richard Siegel, CFP® 2020 taught us a lot; A lot about ourselves and our emotions, a lot about how

By Richard Siegel, CFP®  The stock market sees green, not red, and not blue. The upcoming presidential election is so hyped and the country’s political

Consistent with the breathtaking market drop in the first quarter, the second quarter of 2020 was another one for the record books; the past three

The past three months in the capital markets can be described as a) bone-chilling, b) disturbing, c) anxiety-inducing or d) all of the above? Take

Financial Advisor Standards: Fiduciary or Suitability Financial advisers are held to one of two standards. One is the fiduciary standard and one is the suitability

Politics Always Has the Potential To Affect the Stock Market Politics always has the potential to impact the stock market somewhat. Why? Because political actions

What a difference a year makes! Last year at this time we wrote “2018 was a year that nothing worked. Almost every type of investment delivered

How do you know if you really need a financial planner? Frankly, a financial planner is a good idea for nearly everyone who has assets.

If you live in Phoenix or Scottsdale Arizona or are planning to move there in retirement, you may be looking for a local retirement planner.

The past three months in the capital markets have been nothing short of remarkable. With the yield curve finally inverting, the trade war with China

With the brutal equity market drop at the end of 2018 in the rear-view mirror, the equity markets in the first half of 2019 have been nothing

To quote part of the famous 1970s Alka Seltzer jingle … “Oh what a relief it is.” The first quarter of the year delivered terrific