Your Legacy is Your Greatest Gift
The desire to leave a legacy has an altruistic quality to it in that it is a gift to the future, the benefit of which you may never witness, nor ever feel the true extent of its appreciation by others. However, creating your legacy does not happen overnight, and it isn’t achieved without a […]
Trusts vs. Wills – What’s the Difference?
Planning for after your passing can be difficult. But creating a plan for what happens to your estate is highly important for your family and your legacy. If left unattended, your estate can potentially be caught up in arduous court processes and cause disputes amongst your loved ones – and you don’t want to be […]
4 Easy-to-Overlook Estate Planning Mistakes
It’s easy to avoid making an estate plan, but not having one won’t be easy on your loved ones. Having your affairs in order can be a big help to your family, so consider creating a comprehensive estate plan. Unfortunately, there are many easy-to-overlook estate planning mistakes, such as not naming beneficiaries on retirement accounts, […]
Legacy Planning – Thinking About the Next Generation
You’ve probably passed on pieces of wisdom to your children, but have you considered how you’ll pass on your wealth? Now that you’re reaching a certain age, you may be wondering how you’ll pass on family heirlooms, property, or the wealth you’ve built over many years. Proper legacy planning could be one of the greatest […]
Your Business Succession Plan Checklist
For many years, you’ve been the captain of your ship. Running your own business hasn’t been easy, and success was never guaranteed. Now that you’re getting closer to retirement, you’ll have to make some big decisions. In order for your business to outlive you, you’ll need to map out a path forward. This means setting […]
Succession Planning for Business Owners
For many years, you’ve been the captain of your ship. Running your own business hasn’t been easy and success was never guaranteed. Retirement planning is the next uncharted water for you, and there’s no one-size-fits-all map. Ultimately, when you own your own business, you must create your unique retirement strategy. This means setting up a succession plan […]
Taxes and Estate Planning
If you’re a business owner and know you eventually want to retire, make sure you understand how passing down or selling your business works. Business sales are increasing as more Baby Boomers retire and the potential for changes to the tax code may be partially driving the trend. As a business owner, it’s important to […]
