How to Diversify Your Retirement Income: Strategies for Reducing Risk

How to Diversify Your Retirement Income: Strategies for Reducing Risk

Planning for your future retirement income needs is one of the most challenging financial tasks you will face. There is a lot of uncertainty surrounding the future of the economy, as well as your potential life expectancy. Some factors, such as market performance,...
Designations Matter: Why I Pursued my CFP® Certification

Designations Matter: Why I Pursued my CFP® Certification

Every profession has designations that reward hard work and dedication. For example, personal accountants often pursue their Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation. In our industry, one such designation is the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification. The...
Exploring the Potential of Annuity Income in Retirement

Exploring the Potential of Annuity Income in Retirement

In the past, annuities have earned a harsh reputation. This is due to untrustworthy salespeople pushing products on investors in order to simply earn a commission. As fiduciaries, we are required by law to do what is in the best interest of the client, regardless of...
Strategic Travel Budgeting: Making the Most of Your Dream Vacation

Strategic Travel Budgeting: Making the Most of Your Dream Vacation

My wife and I always had a trip to Italy at the very top of our bucket list. We finally made our dream of exploring Italy a reality this past summer. The trip lived up to every expectation; we learned a lot about the country and ourselves along the way. However, we...
Unlocking the Future: Guide to Long-Term Care Planning

Unlocking the Future: Guide to Long-Term Care Planning

Long-Term Care is the need of professional assistance to perform regular activities of daily living. There are 6 activities of daily living (ADLs) that could qualify an individual for Long-Term Care (LTC) services, including needing assistance with eating,...