Interviewing Potential Advisors: Key Questions to Ask to Determine the Right Fit
Finding the right financial advisor is a crucial step toward achieving your financial goals and securing your future. Just as you would carefully select a doctor or lawyer, it’s essential to choose a financial advisor who aligns with your needs and values. The interview process is your opportunity to gather information, assess compatibility, and make an informed decision. In this guide, we’ll explore key questions to ask when choosing a financial advisor to ensure you find the perfect match for your needs.
Maximizing Tax Efficiency: Exploring the Role of Annuities in Your New Year’s Financial Plan
As you set your sights on a new year of financial growth and stability, it’s essential to consider strategies that can enhance your tax efficiency while securing your financial future. Annuities, often hailed for their potential to provide a reliable income stream, also play a significant role in optimizing your tax strategy. In this article, we’ll explore the world of annuities and how they can help you maximize tax efficiency as a valuable component of your New Year’s financial plan.
Achieving Financial Peace of Mind: Key Tasks for Your Year-End Financial Planning
As the year draws to a close, it’s an opportune time to reflect on your financial journey and set the stage for a secure and prosperous future. Year-end financial planning is more than just crunching numbers; it’s about achieving peace of mind by organizing your finances, setting goals, and making strategic decisions. In this article, we’ll guide you through essential tasks to include in your year-end financial planning, helping you pave the way for financial success in the new year and beyond.
Should You Retire at the Same Time as Your Spouse?
Key Considerations for Couples Planning Retirement Together As a financial advisor, I often find myself discussing retirement plans with couples who are contemplating the idea of retiring simultaneously. The notion of embarking on a shared retirement journey, free to pursue dreams, travel, and enjoy quality time together, is undeniably appealing. However, before making this important decision, it is crucial to carefully evaluate the potential advantages and challenges. In this article, we will explore the key considerations for couples contemplating a joint retirement plan.
Ep 104: What is the Certified Financial Planner Designation?
Anyone that’s looking for a financial advisor has probably seen all the different designations people might have, but it’s tough for anyone outside of the industry to know what everything means. If there’s one you want to pay attention to when it comes to building a plan, it’s going to be the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation.
Ep 102: Market Risk with Colleen LeMasters, CFP®, ChFC®, BFA™
Today’s guest is Colleen Lemasters, CFP®, ChFC®, BFA™. Colleen is an Investment Advisor Representative and Insurance Professional at FIG.
Ep 101: End of the Year Planning Pt. 2
On today’s show, we will be discussing end-of-the-year planning with one of our Financial Advisors, Dan Oaklief, RICP®, CPFA. Our last episode touched on the current and future markets, and today we want to look at what you should consider as a retiree at the end of the year.
Financial Goal-Setting Tips to Help Achieve Your Money Goals
Clarity is Key if You Want to Reach Your Personal Financial Benchmarks When it comes to your money goals, it’s important to find the right balance between what you need now and what you want for the future. Some financial goals, like building an emergency fund or paying off debt, may require immediate attention, while others, such as saving for retirement or buying a home, take years of planning. Understanding which of your goals fit into the short-term versus long-term category can help you create a financial strategy that makes sense for your lifestyle. With a clear distinction between […]
