Financial Education Videos & Downloads | Shawn Barnes

Strategies to reduce investment risk

Strategies to reduce investment risk

Learn ways to help reduce investment risk and feel more confident about your financial future. Here are three strategies that can help you mitigate risk, reduce volatility in your portfolio's value and potentially earn more consistent returns over time. (2:48)

Paying for college: What financial steps should you take?

Paying for college: What financial steps should you take?

From financial aid and funding sources to student loans and tax incentives, here are eight key considerations that can help you make informed decisions when preparing to pay for college.

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Count on so much more

Count on so much more

At Ameriprise Financial we know that what matters most to our clients is the 1-to-1 relationship with a financial advisor they can trust. For over 130 years, clients have counted on us to help them reach their financial goals in the short and long term. (0:30)

Our goal? Helping you achieve yours.

Our goal? Helping you achieve yours.

The goals that matter most to you matters most to your Ameriprise Financial advisor. We take the time to know you and provide personalized advice to help you reach those goals today and still feel prepared for tomorrow. For over 130 years, we’ve helped clients feel more financially confident. (0:30)

Putting clients first for 130 years

Putting clients first for 130 years

For 130 years, Ameriprise Financial has remained true to its vision of putting our clients' interests first. A strong financial foundation, passionate stewardship of the business and a track record of standing behind clients through good times and bad is at the heart of our success. (2:34)

Financial advice I can count on

Financial advice I can count on

Everyone has opinions about the current economy. Staying on track in uncertain markets is easier with personal financial advice from an Ameriprise financial advisor who knows you and your goals. See how personal financial advice can help you stay on track at: www.ameriprise.com/experience/talk (0:30)

Understanding the ‘Sequence of Returns’ risk

Understanding the ‘Sequence of Returns’ risk

A critical risk to consider when deciding when to retire is called “Sequence of Returns” risk. Watch this video to show you how dramatically it can impact your retirement portfolio. (2:40)

RiverSource: Be confident in our strength

RiverSource: Be confident in our strength

Learn how we can help you live confidently, every day. Hear a message from our president.

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The confidence to stay invested

The confidence to stay invested

How will the ups and downs of the market affect your retirement portfolio? Watch this video to see how the RiverSource Structured Solutions 2℠ annuity can help give you the confidence to stay invested. (RiverSource Structured Solutions 2℠ annuity is not available in NY. This video is not yet approved for use in OR.) (1:35)

Four Generations. One Solution.

Four Generations. One Solution.

Leaving a legacy for her family was at the top of Bonnie’s financial goals. This moving video shares her family’s reflections about that legacy—and the important role RiverSource annuities played. (7:21)

Reach your financial goals with help from Ameriprise Financial advisors

Reach your financial goals with help from Ameriprise Financial advisors

Ameriprise Financial Advisors provide personalized advice to help our clients reach their financial goals in the short and long term. With over 130 years of history, we know that what matters most to our clients is the 1-to-1 relationship with a financial advisor they can trust to set them up for financial success. Start financial planning with us today: www.ameriprise.com (2:24)

Investment outlook and themes report

Read this report to learn more about what the Ameriprise Investment Research Group believes could influence markets in 2026.

Elements of an effective estate strategy

Use this guide to help you navigate the important elements of an effective estate strategy.

Understanding Medicare

If you’re five or more years away from retirement use this whitepaper to understand action steps that can help you achieve financial confidence.

All about you client preference questionnaire

This short questionnaire will help us work together in a way that fits your needs.

Annual fixed income outlook

What’s ahead for fixed income in 2026? Find out from the Ameriprise Investment Research Group.

Navigating your job transition

This brochure provides practical guidance for individuals navigation a job transition.

Expense supplement

This interactive data sheet captures essential & lifestyle expenses in a client-friendly way and includes calculations when completed electronically.

Confident Retirement conversation guide for wealth builders

This interactive brochure helps clients evaluate their current financial situation and prepare for the future.