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“Doug, the day that this gets old is the day that I am going to resign. This is and always will be about the children and showing them, in life-changing ways, how much Jesus loves them.” This was Compassion International President & CEO, Santiago “Jimmy” Mellado’s response when I asked him if seeing these Compassion […]

I realize this isn’t quite a formal “blog post” in the traditional sense, but I wanted to take a minute to share something that’s been on my heart recently. I feel a sense of relief as I write this before the markets open on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. The Dow futures are up 1,000 points […]

Welcome to LifeGuide’s Market Minute, where we recap what’s happening in the markets and how we stay grounded through it all. What we’re watching… The Strait of Hormuz being reopened and the outcome of the cease fire: The global stock markets have been on a strong rebound for over a week now with the hopes that […]

If recent headlines have you wondering what’s next for the markets, you’re not alone. Geopolitical tension like the conflict in Iran, as well as shifting trade policy and economic uncertainty have all led to increased market volatility lately. For many investors, it raises familiar questions: Is this the start of something bigger? How long will […]

Welcome to LifeGuide’s Market Minute, where we recap what’s happening in the markets and how we stay grounded through it all. What we’re watching… Oil volatility: The Strait of Hormuz (a channel for roughly 20% of the world’s oil) remains closed. Prices jumped above $100/barrel last week, then dropped back near $88 after reports of productive […]

The temps are beginning to warm up, the days are getting longer, the grass is turning green again… All of which, of course, means… Tax Day (scheduled for Wednesday, April 15 in 2026) is right around the corner! Before you file or finish up with your CPA, it’s worth knowing about some notable changes in […]

At a Glance Tax season is here again. We’ve compiled answers to the questions we hear most from clients every year—from when to expect your 1099s to IRA contribution deadlines to charitable giving considerations. This post is intended to help LifeGuide clients navigate tax season with clarity and, hopefully, minimal headaches.

Stories of Hope from Share the Blessing 2026     At a Glance Each year, LifeGuide sends a group of clients a small cash gift (usually $50) with the instructions to “pass it on”. What follows are powerful reminders of how God can use small, faithful acts of generosity to meet real needs, provide hope, […]

At a Glance This article provides a fresh framework for how to make better resolutions that actually stick. This simple, three-part framework is called Goals & Guardrails and provides a powerful alternative to the traditional resolutions so many of us make but fail to keep. This article is intended to equip anyone looking to live […]

 Note: This video was originally produced for our monthly client newsletter, Guidepost.

Note: This video was originally produced for our monthly client newsletter, Guidepost. If you haven’t heard the news yet, we’ve officially opened the doors of our newest office location in Mount Joy, PA! As more and more clients have joined us from the East Shore in recent years, we’ve been on the lookout for a […]

What’s that saying again? “The only thing certain in life is death and…?” Yep—”taxes.” And while they’re rarely anyone’s favorite topic, they are important. After all, integrated tax planning is one of the ways we make sure our clients’ Financial LifePlans reflect the full picture of their lives! So, in this article, we’ll share some […]