January
– NEWSLETTER –
2026
What’s happening at Tadman Financial?
Welcome Our New Advisor
Jacob Davelaar
We’re excited to introduce our newest team member, Jacob Davelaar! Jacob joined us during the first week of December and, while he’s still getting up to speed, he will be involved in many aspects of our business.
Jacob is a licensed financial advisor that is coming alongside us to help with investments, client management, financial planning, bringing in new clients, and managing client relationships. Be sure to say hello and get to know him next time you stop by.
event recap
Tadman Financial Client Christmas Party
We were truly blown away by the incredible turnout at our Tadman Financial Client Christmas Party! It was such a joy to see so many familiar faces come together to celebrate the season with us.
Guests enjoyed delicious food, festive activities for kids and grandkids, and one of the highlights of the evening was taking photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus (how good were they?) The room was filled with laughter, holiday spirit, and meaningful moments shared across generations.
We hope this event helped kick off a joyful holiday season for you and your loved ones. Thank you for spending part of your Christmas season with us. We’re already looking forward to hosting our Annual Client Christmas Party later this year and continuing this tradition together.
Travel Tips
What’s the best international phone plan right now?
Not long ago, most travelers were offline outside their home country whenever they weren’t on a hotel or public Wi-Fi network. But having a reliable cellphone connection while traveling outside the U.S. has become increasingly important to many travelers.
However, many travelers don’t actually need an international phone plan. Learn what you should know about your data options when traveling abroad in this article.
Financial Tips
Silver Sneakers 101
Once you turn 65, the world of Medicare opens to you, and you also gain access to its offshoot supplemental programs. You likely know about Part A, Part B, Medicare Advantage, and other sections, but you may not know about the senior fitness offering “SilverSneakers.”
SilverSneakers is a versatile and free fitness plan for Medicare recipients. Not every insurance company that has Medicare Advantage or other Medicare Supplement Insurance plans has SilverSneakers as a choice. But it’s definitely worth asking about whenever you add or change your coverage.
Weekly Market Commentary
Week in Review
On Tuesday, Durable Goods Orders for November fell 2.2% month-over-month, a sharper decline than expected and a reversal from October’s gain. The weakness was driven by a steep drop in transportation equipment, particularly civilian aircraft orders. Excluding transportation, core orders rose a modest 0.2%, suggesting underlying manufacturing demand remains steady despite sector volatility.
Something Personal
Celebrating the Season at Tadman Financial
The holiday season was one to remember at Tadman Financial! We kicked things off with our annual Client Christmas Party, welcoming more than 120 clients and friends for an evening of community, connection, and holiday cheer. It was a wonderful way to officially usher in the Christmas season together.
A few weeks later, our team gathered with spouses for a special night out at Baquet’s French Cuisine in Eagle, Idaho. Yes, it was French, and yes, we tried the escargot. As Simba from The Lion King famously said, it was “slimy, yet satisfying.”
We wrapped up our festivities with a thoughtful office Secret Santa (no gag gifts this year!), followed by Izumi delivered for lunch. It was a fun and meaningful way to close out a season filled with gratitude, teamwork, and celebration.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this holiday season so special. We’re grateful for our clients, our team, and the community we get to be a part of.