In investing, risk is typically defined as the possibility that actual returns will differ—sometimes significantly—from what you expected, including the potential loss of principal. Although there are many ways to measure risk (e.g., volatility, downside risk, permanent loss of capital,… Read More
Medicare Part D helps cover the costs of the prescription medications you need to stay healthy. But its different phases of coverage aren’t always easy to understand—including what’s known as the Medicare coverage gap or “donut hole.” It is important… Read More
Many people do not have to worry about heirs paying taxes on their estate. This is because the federal exemption amount is currently $13.61 million, meaning that your estate must be valued above that for any estate taxes to apply…. Read More
Few companies have become as central to our daily lives as Alphabet, the parent company of Google. Founded in 1998 by two Stanford Ph.D. students, Larry Page and Sergey Brin, Google began as a simple search engine. Their goal was… Read More
Understanding Life Insurance: Why and How to Protect Your Loved Ones Life insurance is an essential part of financial planning, offering peace of mind by providing financial security to your loved ones in case of your untimely death. Imagine your… Read More
While the deadly effects of smoking are well-documented and undeniable, we cannot ignore the significant harm caused by traditional cigarettes. It is important to clarify that we do not condone smoking or its impact on health. Philip Morris International (PM)… Read More
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
First published in 1949, Ben Graham’s The Intelligent Investor remains highly influential, especially with Warren Buffett, who regards it as “the best book on investing ever written.” Buffett often highlights the book’s focus on long-term investing and managing market cycles. Graham’s famous… Read More
Recently I attended a 2-day conference for CPAs through CalCPA on the topic of estate and trust planning. One of the more interesting topics was how to help our clients be successful successor trustees for their parent’s estate when they… Read More
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
In investing, risk is typically defined as the possibility that actual returns will differ—sometimes significantly—from what you expected, including the potential loss of principal.