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FourThought 2026 Look Ahead
How to navigate the coming changes in the markets while keeping your family and financial goals in view. Investments: Pay Attention to the Tension Hemingway once wrote that bankruptcy happens “gradually, then suddenly.” Markets often move the same way. You can watch a...
FourThought Private Wealth Celebrates a Milestone Year With Key Promotions
Firm highlights continued growth, client-first innovation, and leadership transitions following a standout 2025. VENICE, FLORIDA (December 8, 2025): FourThought Private Wealth today announced several leadership promotions and the retirement of a long-serving team...
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Discover Holistic Wealth Planning with FourThought
As we continue to navigate our financial journeys together, we wanted to share some insights on the importance of a holistic wealth plan and how it can profoundly impact your life. Holistic Wealth Planning: A Comprehensive Approach At FourThought, we believe a truly...
Expert Insights on Navigating Today’s Economy: 40-minutes with FourThought: Q1 Economic Review
https://vimeo.com/949297952 Managing partner Scott Pinkerton and research analyst Jake MacFarlane delve into the current economic landscape and investment strategies, providing invaluable perspectives you won't want to miss. Scott and Jake explore the latest movements...
Financial Independence for Young Professionals
The “Financial Independence for Young Professionals” webinar, the third installment of our Family Financial Readiness and Stewardship series at FourThought, delved into the 5 “FourThoughtisms” for your 20s. James Stamper, Senior Planner, and Scott Pinkerton, CFP®, AIF®, CIMA®, CPWA®, shared 5 ideas for young adults to assist them in making smart financial choices:
Stay out of debt
Invest, don’t speculate
Good financial habits
Pay yourself first
Alignment
Feel free to share this summary with any young adults you know to help equip them with the tools for making better financial decisions and experiencing less stress throughout their lives.
Navigating Financial Conversations with Teenagers
https://vimeo.com/929888725?share=copy
Family Financial Readiness and Stewardship Episode 1: Early Family Foundations
https://vimeo.com/915963473?share=copy
Pack Your Gear: Exploring the Wilderness of Q1 2024
Hosted by Scott Pinkerton CFP®, AIF®, CIMA®, CPWA®, and Jake MacFarlane, where they discussed the current economic landscape, reviewing essential indicators. While expressing a sense of caution, they also conveyed optimism, suggesting that any potential recession could be shallow.
Understanding Florida Homeowners Insurance And Its Difficulties
https://vimeo.com/890323149 Authors:Chris Novotney, CAPI, VP and Private Client AdvisorScott Medley CAPI, Managing Principal
Speed Bumps Ahead: A Look At The 4th Quarter
https://vimeo.com/876407333
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Coffee with FourThought | Sept 2025 Market Update: Rates, Earnings & Giving Changes
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Financial Independence for Young Professionals
The “Financial Independence for Young Professionals” webinar, the third installment of our Family Financial Readiness and Stewardship series at FourThought, delved into the 5 “FourThoughtisms” for your 20s. James Stamper, Senior Planner, and Scott Pinkerton, CFP®, AIF®, CIMA®, CPWA®, shared 5 ideas for young adults to assist them in making smart financial choices:
Stay out of debt
Invest, don’t speculate
Good financial habits
Pay yourself first
Alignment
Feel free to share this summary with any young adults you know to help equip them with the tools for making better financial decisions and experiencing less stress throughout their lives.
Navigating Financial Conversations with Teenagers
https://vimeo.com/929888725?share=copy
Family Financial Readiness and Stewardship Episode 1: Early Family Foundations
https://vimeo.com/915963473?share=copy
Pack Your Gear: Exploring the Wilderness of Q1 2024
Hosted by Scott Pinkerton CFP®, AIF®, CIMA®, CPWA®, and Jake MacFarlane, where they discussed the current economic landscape, reviewing essential indicators. While expressing a sense of caution, they also conveyed optimism, suggesting that any potential recession could be shallow.