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Aug 4
1 min

Social Security Update

For users taking Social Security, a recent login change was made that will impact where and how you login. Going forward, users will need...

Jul 3
4 min

Common Retirement Misconceptions

Many people look forward to early retirement, imagining limitless days of leisure and relaxation. However, there are a lot of false...

Jun 20
6 min

How to Determine the amount of life insurance you need

Financial Planners delve into areas outside of investments quite frequently. One of those areas is insurance needs, and oftentimes life...

Jun 4
4 min

What is the difference between an IRA and 401(k)?

Saving for early retirement is a financially and mentally freeing goal, yet somewhat complex at times when trying to select the best...

Apr 19
4 min

Why certain personal finance advice is not universally applicable

The breadth of information out there regarding personal finance guidance and advice is staggering if not overwhelming. It’s common to...

Mar 21
4 min

Why Passive Investments are typically better than Complex Investments Regardless of Income

Investing and understanding what is appropriate for you is a crucial aspect of financial planning and wealth growth. However, the world...

Jan 9
2 min

Start of the Year Financial Tasks

Every year, a new year inspires us to take on the tasks we know will benefit us in the long term. Even while I believe that it's best to...

Jan 9
4 min

Buying a Home During High Interest Rates

If you are looking to buy your first house, but have soured on the idea after having looked at the significant monthly price of a home...

Nov 20, 2023
3 min

What is Advice Only Financial Planning?

Advice only planning is a growing area of financial planning that focuses on providing financial planning services for those seeking...

Nov 20, 2023
3 min

2024 HSA Limits Increase - What you should know

Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) have gained popularity over the years and recently have been seen moreover as a long term savings vehicle...

Oct 10, 2023
3 min

Insurance Considerations when Retiring Early

If you have the fortunate opportunity to make work optional in your early 40s or 50s, you have probably thought about insurance...

Oct 9, 2023
4 min

Why Cybersecurity is an Essential Element of a Financial Plan

Protecting what you save is a conversation that is commonplace when working with an advisor, and usually is discussed in the realm of...

Aug 21, 2023
3 min

A quick guide to reviewing investing fees

There are a number of fees that come into play when selecting investments. Financial Planners not only need to worry about these, but so...

Jun 1, 2023
3 min

Considerations for Combining Finances and having meaningful money conversations with Marriage.

All couples combine finances in some way or another before or after marriage, but there are many methods, strategies, and considerations...

May 19, 2023
3 min

HSA Considerations for the FIRE Mindset

If you are in the fortunate position of considering early retirement and are savvy about how you allocate your savings, you likely are...

Apr 18, 2023
3 min

Creating a Healthy Framework Around Spending

As an outdoor and fitness enthusiast, I enjoy planting myself outside as much as possible, regardless of the season (Even when it’s -12...

Mar 19, 2023
2 min

A guide to DIY disciplined investing

Learning to invest on your own can be challenging and takes significant discipline. Here are 7 steps to consider when creating a strategy.

Mar 17, 2023
2 min

Your guide to budgeting with free budget template

A zero-based budget assigns every dollar to a category, balancing income and expenses at zero. It helps plan savings and set realistic goals

Mar 17, 2023
4 min

Looking for your first financial planner? Here are 8 great questions to ask

Choosing a financial planner is crucial for your financial and personal well-being. Ask these eight questions to find an expert.