Personal advice and wealth management.

Is your EMSP account on auto-pilot? Take time to think through what’s best for you in the new year. We offer some ideas to help make your decision.

According to one estimate, seniors collectively lose up to $30 billion a year to elder financial abuse. Growing older is a part of life, and while it's difficult to see your parents age, ensure that they have the protection they need by identifying and preventing these signs of elder abuse.

We had talked before about taking an RV around the States, as we had done in Europe in the 70’s, but the draw of far-flung countries always pulled us away. Then came COVID-19 and we were destined to remain in Houston through a long, lonely, hot summer... Our wonderful kids suggested we take three months and do that road trip we had talked about over the years!

If you are an ExxonMobil employee participating in the ExxonMobil Savings Plan, you have until December 15th to take advantage this year of a little-known provision in the Plan called making a "Special Contribution." Here's everything you need to know.

According to an email ExxonMobil CEO Darren Woods sent all employees on October 21, the company faces "significant headwinds, more work to do and, unfortunately, further reductions are necessary." For many, exiting ExxonMobil may become a reality. What should you do?

The Social Security Administration announced a 2021 Cost of Living Increase of 1.3% on Oct. 13, 2020. Whether you’re currently working or enjoying retirement, here’s how you may be affected.

Stocks have been up — but unemployment has also risen. Why is that? Here, we break down the major differences between the stock market and the economy.

ExxonMobil has suspended its generous 7% match for employee contributions to the ExxonMobil Savings Plan (EMSP) effective October 1. What's an employee to do? Here are four options for you to consider.

ExxonMobil stock is at levels last seen in the early 2000s. If you're a retirement-eligible employee and you don't want to sell shares of XOM at these low prices, what are you to do? If you plan to leave ExxonMobil and you've got XOM stock in your EMSP, what's the right strategy?

As the world continues to grapple with COVID-19, we must never forget. In the words of Sandy Dahl, wife of Flight 93 pilot Jason Dahl, “If we learn nothing else from this tragedy, we learn that life is short and there is no time for hate.”

16.1% of employers have cut matching 401(k) contributions in light of COVID-19. If this happened to you, or you're worried it could, here are the next steps you should be taking right away to still save for retirement.

Should you consider taking Social Security early to cover financial hardships caused by COVID-19? Make these crucial considerations first.

The COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped our lives in unprecedented ways, forcing us to stay at home more, adjust our spending habits and even reevaluate our retirement hopes and dreams. Here are four simple steps to align your spending with exactly what you value.

72% of Americans have felt financially stressed at some point during 2020. Here are 6 of the most common stress triggers with ways to fix them.

How do you decide between a 15-year and a 30-year mortgage? Emotional decision or a financial one? Read on for one analysis.

During retirement, your wealth needs to last for the rest of your life. Avoid paying more taxes than you need to by keeping these four tips in mind throughout the year.

Investec Wealth Strategies has been recognized as a Top Houston-Area Wealth Manager. The firm has been featured in many publications, including the Houston Business Journal, Financial Advisor Magazine, Wealth & Finance International, and the Houston Chronicle.

Should you take your ExxonMobil, Chevron, or other company pension benefit as an annuity or as a lump sum? Our Investec blogger addresses issues you might be concerned about.

You don’t do estate planning just for yourself. The documents the estate attorney produces are important, but there are other things you can do now to show your love for your heirs. Don’t leave behind a mess.

Ever wonder what difference financial planning might make in a person’s life? One Investec advisor went into this field in part because wealth management holds the promise of achieving four objectives he holds dear.