Ballast’s Trent Lakes Obtains CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Certification
Ballast is proud to announce that Trent Lakes, Investments and Planning Strategist, has officially earned his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification, one of the most rigorous and respected credentials in the financial services industry. The CFP® designation requires meeting what the CFP Board calls the “Four E’s:” Education, Exam, Experience, and Ethics. Before a candidate […]
Investing at Stock Market All-Time Highs: What to Do When the S&P 500 and Dow Hit Records
As the S&P 500 approaches 7,000 and the Dow Jones nears 50,000 in early 2026, many investors are wondering: Is now the time to sell? Stock market all-time highs often trigger anxiety, but historical data reveals a surprising truth about investing during record-breaking periods. This article explains why market peaks are a normal part of […]