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scroll downWe’re eager to keep you informed on important matters that impact how your wealth is managed. Here we share not only our own thoughts and commentary, but articles and other media we feel is relevant, informative and timely.
Because of our commitment and involvement with our Marion community, we’re proud to share their news here as well.
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News/Updates
10/01/2025
September 2025 - Alluvial Corner Report
Click here for the full report by Mary Ann Bartels, Chief Investment Strategist with Sanctuary Wealth.
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01/31/2025
Eli Bush - feature article in Marion Star!
After a decade with the Social Security Administration, Eli Bush is helping Alluvial clients navigate Social Security.
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01/08/2025
Social Security Fairness Act - Important Update
Important Update on the Social Security Fairness Act - by Eli Bush, National Social Security Advisor
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11/21/2024
2025 Year Ahead Report
All that's New is Old! 2025 Year Ahead Report prepared by Mary Ann Bartels, Chief Investment Strategist at Sanctuary Wealth.
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01/25/2023
Check out our upcoming presentations
We are offering two presentations on what we might expect for the coming year.
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12/31/2022
Alluvial Named Community Champion of the Year
Alluvial Private Wealth has been named 2022 COMMUNITY CHAMPION OF THE YEAR in recognition of their extensive involvement and philanthropic support of organizations dedicated to improving the wellbeing of the community. This award was given by Sanctuary Wealth, which serves as Registered Investment Advisor for Alluvial and 81 other independent investment firms across the country.
In addition to recognizing Alluvial’s nonprofit support, Sanctuary Chief Growth Officer Michael Longley recognized Alluvial President Lars Olson’s commitment to promoting the benefits of Opportunity Zones as an economic tool for spurring economic and job growth in areas in need. Alluvial selected such a zone in downtown Marion when they established as an independent financial management firm in January 2021.
The award was given at Sanctuary’s recent national conference held in Las Vegas for their affiliated firms.
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05/19/2022
Q&A with Shark Tank's Mr. Wonderful Kevin O'Leary and Lars Olson from May 2021
A 45-minute interview with Alluvial President, Lars Olson and Kevin O'Leary of O'Shares ETF and SharkTank!
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04/28/2022
Lisa Bush Interview with Financial Advisor IQ
Alluvial’s Lisa Bush was recently interviewed by Financial Advisor IQ, a leading print and online industry news service which highlights best practices from top FAs around the country. She spoke on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investing. ESG is an approach that allows investors to align their investments with concepts important to them. For example, those who are concerned about climate change can invest in environmentally friendly companies. Lisa is very well-versed on the topic and always happy to share her knowledge.
Watch the interview: HERE
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02/08/2022
Alluvial Celebrates First Anniversary By Giving Back To The Community
In gratitude for the overwhelming support we have received in our first year, we are excited to pay-it-forward by sponsoring The Forge educational program and competition to help other small businesses succeed! 
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12/29/2021
Proud To Support Our Communities
We, at Alluvial Private Wealth, are committed to making a difference in the lives of our clients and the communities in which we live and serve. That’s why we are proud supporters of important community initiatives and non-profit organizations.
Here’s to those we supported in 2021 and looking forward to the impact we can make in 2022!
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12/09/2021
Year End Tips and Considerations
Here's an overview of some year end financial matters you might want to consider.
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01/12/2021
Ohio Team Joins Sanctuary After Merrill Closes Branch Office
The former Merrill Lynch team, led by advisor Lars Olson, wanted to stay in Marion, Ohio, to be part of the town’s revitalization, so they decided to go independent with Sanctuary Wealth
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01/11/2021
Sanctuary Wealth Welcomes Alluvial Private Wealth
First Ohio team helps Sanctuary begin year with an additional $435 Million in Assets Under Management
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Alluvial Blogs
07/19/2023
Plan Your Retirement Like It’s the Most Important Vacation of Your Life
Plan Your Retirement Like It’s the Most Important Vacation of Your Life
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04/26/2023
Investing is Like Driving a Car: There’s a Reason the Windshield is Bigger Than the Rearview Mirror. In choosing Investments, Focus More on What’s Ahead Than on Past Performance.
Investing is like driving a car: there’s a reason the windshield is bigger than the rearview mirror. In choosing investments, focus more on what’s ahead than on past performance.
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03/08/2023
Give Your Investments Time to Work. If Your Retirement Goal is 10 or 20 Years Away, Don’t Check Your Portfolio Three Times a Day.”
Give your investments time to work
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11/01/2022
Inflation Can Greatly Reduce Your Purchasing Power Over Time. If You Paid More For Your Last Car Than Your First House, Then You Know The Power of Inflation.
Inflation can greatly reduce your purchasing power over time.
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10/01/2022
Asset Location Can Be Almost As Important As Asset Allocation
Asset Location Can Be Almost As Important As Asset Allocation
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09/01/2022
Seed of Inspiration #2 - Is Your Portfolio Properly Diversified? It Should Zig AND Zag
Is Your Portfolio Properly Diversified? It Should Zig AND Zag
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08/01/2022
When You Have a Dedicated Emergency Fund, Unplanned Expenses Don't Have to Feel Like Emergencies
When you have a dedicated emergency fund, unplanned expenses don’t have to feel like emergencies.
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07/13/2022
Midyear overview
Lars Olson shares perspect on the economy with this mid-year overview
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05/02/2022
Q&A with Shark Tank's Mr. Wonderful Kevin O'Leary and Lars Olson
Interview with Lars Olson and Kevin O'Leary of O'Shares ETF and SharkTank
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05/01/2022
5 Things You Can Do With An IRA That You Can't With a 401(k)
5 Things You Can Do With An Individual Retirement Account
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02/15/2022
Social Security 101
Retirement Essentials provided by representatives of the Social Security Administration
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Podcast Videos
01/17/2022
Social Security 101
Presented by representatives of the Social Security Administration
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09/16/2021
Medicare 101
Medicare 101 - an overview of Medicare Parts A and B, enrollment periods, rules for higher income beneficiaries, and Medicare prescription help for lower income beneficiaries.
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