What's Trending: Surging Debt, Surging Vacancies

In this September edition of The Trending Report, Tyler Krzciok breaks down three key numbers shaping today's market environment: the S&P 500's year-to-date return, current Treasury yields, and the trillions of dollars sitting in money market funds. He also examines improving market breadth, what it means when gains begin spreading beyond a handful of large technology companies, and why investors should separate market signals from seasonal headlines. Plus, Tyler tackles the so-called "September Effect" and explains why disciplined investors should focus on fundamentals rather than calendar-based market fears.

Many financial advisors become the default answer machine inside their firms without even realizing it. In this episode of The RARE Advisor, Aaron Grady introduces the 1-3-1 Exercise, a simple leadership framework designed to help advisors develop stronger problem-solvers, better decision-makers, and more independent team members. Learn how one problem, three possible solutions, and one recommendation can transform everyday challenges into opportunities for leadership development, ownership, and long-term team growth.

Most financial advisors are not struggling because they chose the wrong marketing tactics. They are struggling because they are trying to do too many things at once. In this episode of the Financial Advisor Marketing Playbook, Mark Mersman explores the Four Burner Theory and shows how advisors can apply it to marketing, practice management, and business growth. Learn how to prioritize positioning, visibility, conversion, and client experience so you can focus your time, energy, and resources where they will have the greatest impact.