Recently I was asked to serve as a guest expert by a wealth management firm with offices in Vermont, upstate New York, and Florida. This group of investment advisors and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERS™ hosts a monthly online video Lakeside Chat for community members and...
No matter your age, your profession, or your season of life, reviewing your list of beneficiaries annually is wise. Relationships, circumstances, or benefits can change, and sometimes, so do your recipients. There are everyday life events such as births, deaths, or...
For many, the holiday season is in full swing, despite continued disruptions in the supply chain which may impact the purchases we make. With the hustle and bustle of our lives, it is easy to overlook several of the important financial dates for this month. December...
The following is a guest post from a friend who is living what many of my clients’ families undergo every day. Helping our aging loved ones can be challenging. I hope the advice offered from this real story is of comfort and assistance. Not-So-Independent After All My...
As 2022 draws to an end, here are several time-sensitive financial tasks to consider. Year-End Retirement Planning Contribute to 401k plans by December 31st Deposits to your 401k plan are due by the end of the year. Typically, 401k contributions are made through...
When I start working with clients, I, like many daily money managers, always ask about estate documents. I want to look at the whole picture of my client’s financial health, and estate planning is a critical piece. Part of that estate planning is picking the right...
