As we all continue to monitor the recent market volatility stemming from newly implemented tariffs, we know how unsettling this type of news can feel. These moments of uncertainty are never easy—but they are not unfamiliar.
As we proudly celebrate FIP’s 30th anniversary this year, we’re reminded that helping clients navigate times like these has been one of the key reasons for our long-standing success—and why you chose us as your trusted advisors.
This isn’t the first time tariffs have caused market volatility. More recently, back in 2018, when similar measures were introduced, we saw markets respond with sharp swings. But as new trade agreements were established, stability returned. Today’s environment feels familiar, and while we don’t know exactly how long this will last, we do know how to guide clients through it—because we’ve done it before.
As fiduciaries, it is our responsibility to ensure that your investment strategy stays aligned with your personal goals, no matter what economic disruptions arise. Over the past 30 years, we’ve guided clients through a wide range of market challenges—and we’ve done so with care, diligence, and success.
We’ve achieved this by remaining committed to a prudent, disciplined investment philosophy. Each client’s portfolio is tailored to their risk tolerance and time horizon— ensuring the appropriate level of protection, even during turbulent times. We only utilize top-rated investment funds—many with 20-year or longer track records—and we carefully diversify across managers and fund families to reduce risk and ensure a broad mix of investment approaches.
Most importantly, your MyFIP Plan is designed to give you clarity and confidence. By looking at your entire financial household and running your plan using reasonable— often conservative—assumptions, we ensure that you stay on track to your long-term goals. We continuously monitor and adjust your plan throughout the year, so no matter what the markets are doing, you can feel confident knowing we are by your side, ready to make thoughtful changes when needed.
At FIP, our mission has always been to help you worry less and enjoy life more. That doesn’t change with the headlines— it’s what we’ve done for three decades, and it’s what we’ll continue to do for you.
