The Weekend Reader

Welcome to the Beacon Weekend Reader: Our weekly compilation of interesting articles and videos designed to keep you informed and engaged in the areas of economics, personal finance and life. We hope you enjoy this week’s edition. Please send us your thoughts on this week’s articles and suggestions for future posts.  Have a great weekend.

Economy and Business

World Shares Dip But Tech Earnings Lift Wall Street

Personal Finance

The Oracles At CNBC: Good Stock Advice Doesn’t Come From TV

IRS Postpones 2014 Tax Filing Season

The Only Thing You Need To Learn From The Debt Ceiling Debacle

11 Car Insurance Discounts Worth Asking For

Not Economy Or Business

A Good Night’s Sleep Could Ward Off Alzheimer’s

Great Ted Talks Or Other Videos

Benjamin Zander: The Transformative Power Of Classical Music

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Geoff Hall, CFP®, RICP®
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For nearly three decades, I’ve had the privilege of guiding families with what we at Beacon call real planning, sensible investing, and meaningful advice—so that money can truly be a blessing, not a burden. I consider it an honor to walk alongside my clients through both the ups and downs of the markets and the seasons of life. At home, I’m grateful for a life full of love and adventure. My wife, Crystal, and I have been married for 13 years, and together we’re raising our two kids, Cooper (11) and Rhodes (9). When I’m not with them, you might find me serving downtown at our church, pushing my limits on a mountain bike, or catching up with a friend over coffee in Raleigh’s Five Points area. Both personally and professionally, I’ve found that the best journeys are built on trust, relationships, and perspective. That’s why I’m passionate about helping families plan wisely and invest intentionally—so they can live generously and focus on what matters most.