For small business owners and solo entrepreneurs, planning for retirement can often take a backseat to day-to-day operations. However, establishing a solid retirement plan is essential for both your future and that of your employees. With various options available, finding… Read More
Common Mistakes when Estate Planning
Estate planning can be a difficult topic, no matter your age. Most people do not care to think about the world continuing to spin when they are no longer on it. A recent study from Caring.com shows that two-thirds of… Read More
Mid-Year Tax Planning
Most taxpayers think about taxes twice a year: in December, the last month of the year to make certain tax moves; and in April, when tax returns are due. In this article, we discuss some things you can do partway… Read More
Are Your Finances in Line with Your Values?
Your finances reflect more than just numbers on a spreadsheet—they embody your priorities, dreams, and beliefs. But how often do you step back and examine whether your financial decisions truly align with what you value most? In a world driven… Read More
What is Diversification?
You may have heard that diversification is a good strategy for investing. But what does it mean and why does it matter so much?In investment terms, diversification is a strategy that involves spreading investments across different assets, sectors, industries, and… Read More
Protecting Yourself with Good Online Practices
Online scammers continue to find new ways to try to gain access to your accounts. Protecting yourself online continues to be an important strategy to protect your wealth. Online scammers tend to use scare tactics and follow the path of… Read More
Student Loan Repayment Plans
President Joe Biden’s plan to forgive up to $20,000 of federal student loan debt per borrower has been knocked down by the Supreme Court and the COVID-driven student loan payment pause expires on August 31, 2023. Many of the 43… Read More
What Budgeting Strategy is Right for You?
Many people think of budgeting the same way they think of dieting: the only way to do it is to cut everything fun out of your life. Instead, think of creating a budget as an exercise in examining your priorities… Read More
How to Vet a Financial Advisor
The financial advice industry is complex, full of jargon and certifications. It is very easy for even the savviest people to be confused by all the different terms in the industry. Whether you have an advisor currently or you are… Read More
The SECURE Act 2.0: What’s Changed?
You may remember the SECURE Act, which was signed into law by President Donald Trump in December 2019. This Act changed many rules relating to retirement plans, especially IRAs and 401(k)s. One large change this brought is in increasing the… Read More