Wondering what readers and videos viewers like you were most intersted in recently? This article gives you a glimpse by highlighting our top five most-read blogs, top three most-watched videos, and top three most requested guides of 2025. If you missed out on any of this insightful content, now is a great time to take a look.
Top 5 Most-Read Blogs
1. What is a Financial Plan? 6 Components to Know
Curious about financial planning and how it can help you reach your goals? This blog breaks down what a financial plan is, why it matters at every stage of life, and the key components—like budgeting, investing, retirement, taxes, and estate planning—that make a plan truly effective. Read on to discover how building your own roadmap to financial success can give you clarity and confidence for the future.
2. How to Create a Financial Plan
Wondering how to actually build a financial plan that works for you? This blog walks through what a financial plan is, how to start by defining your goals and taking actionable steps like building an emergency fund and thinking about investing, and why reviewing your plan regularly matters. It’s a practical, easy-to-follow guide that’ll inspire you to take control of your financial future.
3. Retirement Questions That Have Nothing to Do With Money
Retirement isn’t just about money. Your happiness in this next chapter depends on answering the big lifestyle questions too. This blog explores important non-financial considerations like how you’ll spend your time, where you want to live, and how you’ll maintain your home and independence as you age. Read on to make sure your retirement vision is fulfilling and complete beyond just financial planning.
4. Retirement Planning: Crafting a Roadmap for Financial Stability in Later Years
Looking to build a strong retirement plan that gives you confidence and stability? This blog lays out a clear roadmap to help you prepare no matter where you are in your journey. Read on to learn practical steps you can take now to better position yourself for a rewarding retirement.
5. Maximize Your Catch-Up Contributions
Want to supercharge your retirement savings as you get closer to retirement? This blog explains how catch-up contributions let you save extra in your retirement accounts—especially if you’re age 50 or older—and highlights new “super” catch-ups for those 60–63 to help make up for lost time. Read on to learn how taking advantage of these opportunities can meaningfully boost your nest egg.
Top 3 Most-Watched Videos
1. Explore Emerj360: Financial Planning, Retirement Solutions & Investment Management
At Emerj360, we provide the guidance and tools you need to take control of your financial future. Our services are designed to help you navigate life’s big moments — whether you’re planning for retirement, managing investments, or preparing for other financial milestones.
Our Services Include:
Comprehensive financial planning for all stages of life
Retirement planning tailored to your goals
Strategic investment management to grow and protect your wealth
As a division of Trust Point, we bring over 100 years of trusted expertise to every client relationship. Our team of local, certified professionals is here to simplify your financial decisions and give you peace of mind.
2. Q2 2025 Market Update | Quarterly Market Insights from Emerj360
Brett Sebion, Financial Coach at Emerj360, breaks down what happened in the markets during the second quarter of 2025. He explains how political events—not economic data—led to short-term volatility in April and how markets rebounded by quarter-end. Brett also highlights the portfolio changes that followed and what to keep in mind heading into the second half of the year.
3. Avoid These 3 Social Security Mistakes | Tips Tuesday with Heather Jordan
Social Security can be confusing—but it doesn’t have to be. In this Tips Tuesday video, Heather Jordan, CFP®, breaks down 3 common mistakes to avoid when claiming your benefits.
Learn how timing, earnings, and spousal strategies can make a big impact on your retirement income.
Top 3 Most-Requested Guides
1. 5 Retirement Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make
This guide outlines five of the most common retirement planning mistakes we see and what you can do to avoid them.
2. 2025 Guide to Social Security
Topics covered include:
- How to figure your retirement benefit amount
- Delayed retirement credits
- When you will receive benefits
3. How to Create Your Retirement Paycheck
Get insights on the following and more in this guide:
- Determining How Much Money You Will Need
- Creating an Investment Strategy
- Optimizing Your Investment Mix
