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Keeping an Eye on Recent Rulings as the SECURE Act Looks to Pass
December 18, 2019 | Financial Planning
News about finances, health care, and estate planning is constantly changing – modification in laws and regulations can be confusing, and it’s difficult to know how your finances will be affected. Below we outline a few of the most recent changes, particularly proposed updates to retirement …
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2020 Qualified Plan Limits
November 20, 2019 | Financial Planning
Well… it’s that time of year again. Red and gold leaves drift by the window. The pitter-patter of little goblin feet trails off into the chilling night. The gales of November seem too early. And, the IRS announces the qualified plan limits for the next year. The full text of IRS Notice 2019-59 …
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Individuals
Lifetime Legacy vs. Leaving a Legacy
November 08, 2019 | Financial Planning
Traditionally, most retirees’ approach to retirement has been to live frugally to leave a financial legacy to their families, friends, and charities after they pass away. This approach helps to protect retirees against the fear and/or risk of outliving their wealth. However, many would argue it …
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Individuals
Turning 65 and Still Working? What You Should Know About Medicare Enrollment
September 27, 2019 | Financial Planning
Although Medicare Open Enrollment is right around the corner, starting October 15, 2019 and running through December 7, 2019, if you aren’t yet 65 (or even if you’re close to it) this is not the period in which you need to sign up. In fact, the process for initial enrollment in Medicare is …
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IndividualsWebinar: College 101 - Focus on Finances
August 28, 2019 | Financial Planning
Navigating the college application process can be a challenge – especially when it comes to finances. How do you know if you’re eligible for student aid? What’s the difference between scholarships and grants? How do you save and pay for college? What are the …
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IndividualsFinancing a College Education
August 02, 2019 | Financial Planning
The cost of an undergraduate education has skyrocketed over the past several decades. Specifically, over the last decade the increase in the cost of college has exceeded the increase in the cost of most goods by an average of 3.2% per year. The cost of college can vary based on whether a student …
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Individuals
3 Ways to Determine How Much Life Insurance You Need
June 28, 2019 | Financial Planning
Life insurance is a financial tool that can help individuals accomplish a variety of financial goals. Most commonly, life insurance provides for dependent family members in case of premature death. Life insurance can also be used to fund certain goals, such as a child or grandchild’s future …
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Individuals
How Investors Should Handle Market Selloffs
May 29, 2019 | Financial Planning
When times are good, investors tend to think the good times will go on forever; and when times are bad, it can feel like the pain will never end. Heading into the end of last year, investors were enjoying one of the longest bull markets on record. US stocks reached levels up over 400% from their 2 …
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IndividualsWebinar: How Near-Sighted Investment Decisions Can Impact Your Future
May 23, 2019 | Financial Planning
Planning for retirement can be a daunting task, especially for investors who have taken a more hands-on approach to managing their investments. In this webinar, we discuss the importance of understanding the impact investment decisions made today can have on your future. Our …
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IndividualsProsper, Volume Two
May 15, 2019 | Financial Planning
Our Family Wealth Management team is committed to helping people navigate the complexities and uncertainties that exist when preparing financially for their futures. In Prosper, we address a diverse range of planning challenges to ensure your legacy lives on, including useful information on …
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Individuals