Financial Planning
Written by: Marty Shields, CFP®, AIF Developing an estate plan is not high on many people’s to-do list because it can be overwhelming to think about, and everyone hopes it is not needed until many years in the future. The fact is that life is uncertain and if something were to happen, the difference between…
Written by: Samantha Masey Many young professionals are not aware that saving for retirement now will have a huge impact on their financial picture in the long run. This article offers three practical steps to get their financial life on track. Three steps for savings towards retirement: Create a Budget Contribute to Employer Retirement Plans…
Written by: Harmony Wagner, CFP® 401(k)s, 403(b)s, and other similar employer-offered retirement plans have some great benefits. These plans make it easy to save directly from your paycheck and can help simplify the investment experience, especially for those in the early years of retirement saving or who have a relatively low account balance. However, there…
Written by: Nicole Gobel, CPA “How much do I need to retire?” is possibly the most important question that an advisor can help answer for a client. While the answer is different for every situation there are essential pieces of information that should always be part of the conversation. Some are factual, while others are assumptions…
Written by: Samantha Masey – Associate Wealth Advisor I recently had a conversation with someone who shared that his parents taught him that all debt is bad, and it has significantly influenced his financial decisions. Since becoming a financial planner I hear this sentiment more and more from clients, friends, and family. Many people believe…
Written by: Harmony Wagner, CFP® Retirement is one of the biggest financial transitions for many people, and one that often leaves people wondering if they should become more conservative with their investment allocation. Going through this type of significant life transition can make people feel like they must make a major corresponding adjustment in their…
Written by: Martin X. Shields, CFP®, AIF® When couples or individuals plan for retirement, they are primarily focused on their financial picture and whether they have the income and assets to cover their expenses. What they often fail to plan or consider are the other factors that will drive happiness and fulfillment in retirement. In…