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Don't Let Your Breakup Break the Bank: Financial Independence After Divorce

No one goes into a marriage expecting it to end in divorce. Sadly, despite their best efforts, many couples face this reality. Not only is the end of a marriage emotionally devastating, but the after-effects can have a major impact on each partner’s financial life. As you navigate through your divorce, it’s important to gain a clear picture of your current financial situation. Then, you’ll be able to take steps to help minimize the negative effects of this major life change. Finding financial in...

Retirement Financial Planning Financial Advisor Diversification Tax Planning Retirement Planning 401k Tax Management By on Sep 14, 2021

A Helpful Guide to Making Confident Financial Decisions

We believe financial success is all about finding balance. It’s important to make suitable decisions and save for the future. However, you still need to enjoy the present moment and live a life that makes you happy. While this is an ongoing challenge, a few key lifestyle choices can make a big difference. Making good choices when it comes to your home, vehicles, and vacations can help you enjoy today while still building a solid foundation for your future. Here's a closer look at these important...

Retirement Financial Planning Financial Advisor Tax Planning Retirement Planning By on Jun 14, 2021

The Future of the 1031 Exchange Has Yet to Unfold

A potential change to the Internal Revenue Code that President Biden touted during his campaign last year just moved a giant step closer to reality. The 100-year-old IRC Section 1031 may be headed to the gallows, and participants across all sectors of the real estate industry are preparing for a fight.

Market Update Retirement Financial Planning Financial Advisor DST 1031 Exchange Tax Planning Retirement Planning Economic Update By on Jun 01, 2021

5 Retirement Mistakes Small Business Owners Make

As a small business owner, you’ve got a lot on your plate. You’re responsible for growing your company, meeting the needs of your customers, and fulfilling obligations to your employees. When you’re juggling so much, it’s easy to let your retirement planning fall to the wayside.

Retirement Financial Planning Financial Advisor Retirement Planning By on Mar 16, 2021

Understanding Annuities: A Simple Guide for Investors

Gone are the days of relying on your employer to provide you with a comfortable retirement. While pensions were once a staple of most retirement plans, today they're almost unheard of. Those who want a steady stream of income in retirement are now turning towards investment vehicles like annuities. Are you wondering what an annuity is and how it can help you prepare for your retirement? Here’s what you need to know.

Retirement Financial Planning Financial Advisor Annuities Retirement Planning By on Feb 26, 2021

6 Wealth Accumulation Strategies You Can Implement Today

Do you dream of retiring so you can spend time with your grandchildren? Are you hoping to buy a vacation home, travel, or finally write that novel? No matter what your vision of retirement may be, learning how to accumulate wealth is an important first step.

Retirement Financial Planning Financial Advisor Tax Planning Tax Management By on Jan 14, 2021

6 Important Tax Management Strategies for Seniors

Even if you have done everything by the book for decades, chances are good that the COVID-19 pandemic has affected your retirement plans. You work hard all your life to prepare for retirement. While savings and investment strategies are important, if you don't take the time to implement tax-management strategies, you're missing a critical piece of the puzzle! Making smart tax moves now can have a major impact on the potential success of your financial plan.

Retirement Financial Planning Financial Advisor Tax Planning Tax Management By on Dec 16, 2020

Tips for Handling Your Retirement Plan After Leaving Your Job

If you're like most people, your 401(k) or employer-sponsored retirement plan is one of your biggest assets. When you leave your job, it's important to make smart decisions about what to do with the money in your retirement account. Should you roll your 401(k) into an IRA? Should you leave it where it is? Maybe you should cash it out so you can finally take that dream vacation!

Retirement Financial Planning Financial Advisor Retirement Planning 401k By on Nov 30, 2020

How to Preserve Your Assets

In volatile economic times like the one we are living through now, it’s more important than ever to make sure your assets are preserved.

Retirement Financial Planning Financial Advisor Annuities Asset Preservation By on Nov 12, 2020

Understanding the Importance of Long-Term Care

We all know that long-term care is important — but it’s often a discussion we overlook or put on the backburner. We think we will get around to addressing it someday or that circumstances will change. But long-term care planning is vital for everyone to consider. And it’s definitely an important part of any financial planning and retirement strategy. If you are not sure where to start, why it’s important, or what strategies to consider, this discussion may help.

Retirement Financial Planning Financial Advisor Long-Term Care Life Insurance Annuities By on Oct 29, 2020