Just when you thought you’d seen it all, a new type of scam has come up where people are impersonating financial planners. I guess impersonating police officers got too boring. You may have noticed that financial advisors’ careers aren’t cast in stone. We change firms, start firms, go into partnerships, leave partnerships, and hire new…
It feels unoriginal, but what kind of financial planner would I be to not even acknowledge the latest tax bill? There is a LOT going on with the bill (remember, it’s Big), so I’m going to focus very narrowly on the items that affect my clients’ financial plans: Social Security, tax rates, and estate provisions.…
Tariffs, world unrest, inflation, politics, actual ticks – things are going to happen, but people still want to finish their basements. A common question that comes up in financial plans is, “How can I pay for my house improvements without derailing my retirement/college goals?” Here are a few ideas: Savings: Using your own cash is…
It’s hot, you’re cranky, and you have a baseball tournament/music festival/company picnic/outdoor wedding/high school reunion/hot flash to attend. Never fear! Your friendly financial advisor has some little luxuries to help turn your roofer-sweat into an Instagram-worthy glow. Arctic Air Pocket Chill Evaporative Air Cooler: 3 speeds, tiny, cordless and rechargeable. Turning that hot flash into…
You know who stresses less about stock market volatility? People who have a financial plan. According to the Goldman Sachs 2024 Retirement Survey and Insights: 40% of people with a financial plan feel comfortable managing their savings and investments, compared to just 16% of those without a plan. 80% of individuals with a financial plan…
Occasionally people ask if they should have their adult children sit in on their retirement planning appointments. While I am all for meeting the whole family, the answer to this question depends on your situation. For some, letting Junior know that there is wealth at the end of the parental life rainbow might leave them…
Times are stressful with rising prices, crazy stock markets, and general world instability. While you can’t control people starting a trade war, you can control how the fallout affects your bottom line. Here are some ideas on how to lower your household inflation rate – even as prices rise. Plan your Purchases and Research…
Bonnie Parker, of Bonnie and Clyde steal-and-murder infamy was asked why she robbed banks. She reportedly replied, “I rob banks because that’s where the money is.” And so it goes with scammers and retirees. Older people are a great target for scams because they have saved money and have assets to steal. Here are 3…
Taking a break from the heavy financial stuff to celebrate Dads! “Remember: What Dad really wants is a nap. Really.” —Dave Barry “When I was a boy of 14, my father was so ignorant, I could hardly stand to have the old man around. But when I got to be 21, I was…
Nope, that is not the name of a delicious new candy bar with chocolate, Rice Krispies, pretzels, salted caramel, and almonds. I wish, and if anybody decides to manufacture this terrific idea, please let me know where to buy them. Times are tough for tens of millions of student loan payers. Over 5 million payers…
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