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Oct 11, 20243 min read
An Introduction to Coast FIRE
When FIRE first came to fruition, many other forms of this pursuit began to develop. One in particular, I find myself coming back to...
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Oct 11, 20244 min read
8 Common Mistakes in Investing
When investors take on the ambitious task of managing their own investments, sometimes unknown pitfalls can happen that the investor does...
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Aug 4, 20241 min read
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...
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Jul 3, 20244 min read
Common Retirement Misconceptions
Many people look forward to early retirement, imagining limitless days of leisure and relaxation. However, there are a lot of false...
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Jun 20, 20246 min read
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...
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Jun 4, 20244 min read
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...
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Apr 19, 20244 min read
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...
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Mar 21, 20244 min read
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...
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Jan 9, 20242 min read
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...
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Jan 9, 20244 min read
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...
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Nov 20, 20233 min read
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...
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Nov 20, 20233 min read
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...
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Oct 10, 20233 min read
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...
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Oct 9, 20234 min read
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...
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Aug 21, 20233 min read
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...
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Jun 1, 20233 min read
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...
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May 19, 20233 min read
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...
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Apr 17, 20233 min read
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...
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Mar 19, 20232 min read
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.
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Mar 17, 20232 min read
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
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Mar 17, 20234 min read
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.
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