“Don’t do that. That’s the worst way to do it.” What was I talking about? Charitable giving. My client was writing checks to his church directly from his personal account. Admirable, but he was doing it with after-tax income when he had several better options available. These alternatives would benefit the church just as much…
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A few years back, I met with a prospective client who was referred to me by a current client. She had worked at Disney for a long time and hadn’t put much thought into her 401 (k) investment allocation. Her reasoning was simple. “I work for Disney, I think the company is good, so I’ll…
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When you’re working, getting paid is straightforward. You work for a company, and every week or two weeks, you receive a paycheck. But what happens when you retire? How do you create a “retirement paycheck” to fund your lifestyle, travel plans, home improvements, family visits, and even basic needs like food? The logistics of generating…
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It’s safe to say we all have heard the saying, “Timing is everything.” This advice applies to many things, especially those that require patience. Is the same true for investing? When is the right time to invest? While it seems like a simple question, the answer isn’t as straightforward. This article will examine three factors…
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I have been a Christian since I was 16. I’m now in my 30s and have read the Bible several times. I’m not a pastor or theologian but a financial planner by trade. While Christianity is not required to work with me, I have several Christian clients. I am often asked how to approach retirement…
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When is the right time to buy or sell a house? Is now a good time to buy? Is now a good time to sell? As a financial planner, I am often asked these types of questions. There is no definitive yes or no answer. However, I consider three factors to help clients determine the…
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Longevity in retirement is something that one needs to think about. Most research has shown that the longer you live, the longer you will live. Of course, it’s probability, so it doesn’t happen for everybody, right? But there are higher chances that the longer that you live, the longer you will live.
With that in mind, here are five things you should consider to help you plan for longevity in retirement.
We can’t avoid inflation, but we can learn how to plan for it. Start by looking at these three things.
If you were to become incapacitated or pass away, an estate plan helps to ensure that whatever your wishes are during that time are followed through with. Here are 5 things you should do to create a solid estate plan.
One of the primary documents in estate planning is a will. To help lay the groundwork for your estate planning, here are four things to know about this crucial document.
