Category Archives: Investment Planning

11 February 2020

Is a Donor-Advised Fund Right for You?

Donor-advised funds (DAFs) have been on the up-tick over the past decade. According to the National Philanthropic Trust 2019 Donor-Advised Fund Report, the sky-rocketing growth has led to nearly double the amount of recommended grants—over $23 billion—to qualified charities over … Continue reading

9 August 2016

6 Ways to Fight the Fear — Practical Strategies for Volatile Markets

From this fall’s narrowly averted government debt default, to the Fed’s hints that it might roll back the bond-buying stimulus program, to the lingering uncertainty that plagues a recovering economy, it comes as no surprise that many investors feel spooked … Continue reading

17 May 2016

6 Mistakes Retirees and Pre-Retirees Make with their Finances

Are you trying to figure out what to save? How much? Where to put it? This can be very daunting. Make sure you sit with your financial advisor to go over the details of retirement planning. Here are a few … Continue reading

13 October 2014

5 Ways to Remain Cool, Calm, and Collected With Your Finances

Feeling stressed due to a volatile market? Don’t let the ups and downs get you down. Instead of reacting to every bump in the road, remember to focus on your long-term financial goals — everything else is just noise along … Continue reading

30 September 2014

5 Ways to Help Pre-Retirees Balance Goals

5 Ways to Help Pre-Retirees Balance Long- and Short-Term Goals The economy may be on the mend, but Americans are still feeling anxious about retirement. According to the 2014 Retirement Confidence Survey, only 18 percent of U.S. workers reported feeling … Continue reading

23 July 2014

What in the Heck is Bitcoin?

Bitcoin? What in the heck is a bitcoin? This new form of currency has been in the headlines lately, mostly due to stories about its popularity amongst the online underworld, as well as for its volatile value. But the bitcoin may be poised … Continue reading

29 April 2014

8 Financial Tips to Protect Yourself when Leaving a Relationship

Though no one likes to imagine that their relationship won’t last, statistics indicate that 36 percent of all marriages end in divorce. While the dissolution of a marriage or the end of a cohabitating relationship is never pleasant emotionally, the … Continue reading

18 March 2014

6 Myths About Money and Investing

I wish I had a dime for every time someone called me with a hot tip or a new investment idea.  Boy I certainly would    be a rich man.  I am glad I did not take all that advice for … Continue reading

7 February 2014

10 Key Tips for Pre-Retirees

Ah, retirement. Whether you dream of living on the fairway, traveling the country in an RV, or simply enjoying a relaxed lifestyle free from the worries of the daily grind, the goal of a peaceful, comfortable retirement is what we … Continue reading

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