I was recently talking to a friend about investing early and planning for the future. I realized that although many people are aware that starting early is better for compound returns and that time is valuable, they are hesitant to make that first attempt at investing. A survey by Ally Financial shows that 61% of […]
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You are on track to reach your goals, but are you optimized?
This month we are starting discussions with our clients for 2022 planning. Part of this discussion is optimizing for this year. Many are on track to achieve their financial goals. Heading into the last quarter of the year, we want to review the details of their plan to support these goals. Here are a […]
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Back to School Planning
Now that it’s August it feels almost impossible not to be thinking about going back to school whether we like it or not! The summer provides a bit of relief from money and loan talk; I hope this post helps ease the transition. As you consider plans for your child’s education or repaying student loans, I’m outlining a few things that we […]
Talking Taxes – What Can You Still do this Year?
As 2018 starts winding to a close, and the holidays start racing toward us, it’s a good time to stop and take stock of how you’ve set yourself up for the 2018 tax season—and if there’s any way you can help maximize your potential tax savings for the year. (And if making any changes in […]
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Where to stash your extra cash
Where to stash your extra cash It’s a dream scenario: You wake up one day, and a windfall enters your life. That tax refund lands, an inheritance shows up at your doorstep … or maybe you’ve finally scored that promotion you’ve been working for — or have found a nice side hustle that will boost […]
A Thirty-second Thirty-something Guide to Financial Planning
If you are a typical young professional in your mid-30s you probably have a good idea where your career is headed, you are saving the maximum in your employer retirement plan, and you have at least one or two retirement accounts from previous employment. In short you have made some good financial decisions. However, you […]
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Can you (should you?) contribute to your IRA for 2016?
When asking myself this question, I think about my life today. I just returned from an amazing trip to Jackson, Wyoming and Teton Valley, Idaho. As I was high in the mountains skinning 2,000 vertical feet in half a day, I took in the scenic, snowy landscape and thought about how lucky I am to […]
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Get Back on Financial Track
Five financial fixes you can do today. Financial planning is about creating a roadmap customized for you. While there may be specific reasons why you should borrow versus pay cash or lease instead of buy, these five fixes apply to everyone. Organize your financial documents. Create a binder or file your documents for easy access. […]
The Low-down on the 401(k) and the IRA
There are many different ways to save for retirement and a whole host of things to consider when tax planning. To reach your personal financial goals, it’s important to consider the resources available to you and review all of your options. The plan for you may not be the same for someone else. The 401(k) […]
Dear 20-something Me,
Start saving today. Sincerely, Your Future Self That is the piece of advice I most wish I could give my younger self. According to the Fed’s Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households report released in 2015, 31% of 18 to 29 year olds have given no thought to retirement planning. I’m here to change that. The […]
