Financial Blog
How Do You Create a Retirement “Paycheck?”
We often hear people nearing retirement as this: “How do I get my money out of my retirement plan and into my checking account?” It’s not a simple question but we have some recommendations.
Should a Trust Be Part of Your Estate Plan?
Trusts used to be seen as an estate planning tool for only the very wealthy, who have complicated family situations to sort out, and high-value assets to protect. Times have changed.
A Disability Insurance Primer
Should you have disability insurance? The Social Security Administration reports that a 20-year-old has a more than one-in-four chance of becoming disabled before reaching retirement.
Maximizing the Tax Advantages of Business Ownership
Every business stage brings different things to tackle, but they all have one thing in common – taxes. Business owners have unique tax advantages. Learn what an effective tax plan can do.
Planning for the Five Big Tax Challenges in Retirement
Creating a retirement paycheck that generates the income you need while keeping you in the lowest possible tax bracket isn’t as easy as it seems. Planning can help make a difference.
September Market Commentary: If the Fed Is Having a Goldilocks Moment, Is the Economy Baby Bear?
After the bear market rally in July was extended, Federal Reserve Chairman Powell used the Fed’s annual Jackson Hole symposium to clarify the Fed’s position on future rate increases.
Small Business Tips for Thriving Through Inflation
Running a profitable small business is challenging but as inflation rises, companies are scrambling to stay afloat. Read the small business tips for thriving through inflation.
August Market Commentary: Will a Month of Fresh Data Change the Fed’s Aggressive Stance?
July marked the best month for the markets since November 2020. What happened, after the rout of the first half? We have some ideas but will it change the Fed’s aggressive stance?
How to have “The Talk” with Your Aging Parents
There’s a moment in adulthood when you realize that you need to care for the people that cared for you. Learn how to talk to your aging parents about their finances.
When is the Right Time to Hire a Financial Advisor?
There usually comes a point in most people’s lives where their finances become too complicated to handle on their own and it’s time to hire a professional financial advisor.
Getting Married Later in Life
Getting married later in life allows you to solidify a bond with a partner who you can enjoy your golden years with but it also comes with some unanticipated challenges.
A Charitable Strategy for Tax-Efficiency
If supporting charities and organizations is meaningful to you and part of your long-term financial plan, you need to create a strategy around it to maximize the gifts you give.
Senior Business Owners Should Take These Steps to Reduce Debt
Getting your business out of debt and ensuring it continues to succeed isn’t easy but it’s crucial for securing long-term financial wellness. Learn the steps necessary to make it work.