Through the Noise: Staying Grounded in a Volatile Spring

In this month’s LynnLeigh Journal, we tackle what’s on everyone’s mind: the headlines, the volatility, and the growing uncertainty surrounding the market—and what it all means for your financial life.

Our feature article, “Through the Noise: Why Your Financial Plan Matters More Than Ever,” opens with a real-world story of clients facing retirement doubts in the midst of a market pullback. You’ll learn how the Now, Later, and Never Money framework continues to help clients feel calm and confident, even as the S&P 500 falls more than 12% from recent highs. It’s a timely reminder that planning—not panic—is what gets us through.

The Market Update section breaks down what’s driving this volatility, from rising inflation to renewed tariff threats, and how we’re helping clients stay the course. We highlight key indicators we’re watching (and what we’re tuning out), and explain what it means for real portfolios.

This issue also includes a curated list of spring events across Rochester and the Finger Lakes—because planning for the future is important, but so is living well today.

We close with a reminder that while we can’t control the noise, we can control how we respond to it. And with the right plan in place, there’s a lot to feel optimistic about.

Whether you’re looking for financial clarity or a jazz festival to unwind, you’ll find it here.

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