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Financial Planning » Understanding the SECURE Act: Managing the 10-Year Rule
June 19, 2020 | Investment Management
The SECURE Act, which was signed into law late last year, has several provisions that impact distribution rules for IRAs. Perhaps the change causing the most planning considerations is the new 10-year rule. Starting in 2020, for IRAs passing to most non-spouse beneficiaries (not including …
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IndividualsFinancial Planning » Your Financial Planning Questions, Answered
April 30, 2020 | Financial Planning
A sudden downturn in the markets usually gets individuals and families thinking about their personal finances. At a time like this, it’s important to make sure your financial plan is still in a place to succeed, no matter how long the volatility may last. Below, we’ve outlined some of the most …
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All AudiencesFinancial Planning » Controlling Your Controllable
March 26, 2020 | Financial Planning
March has already proven to be an incredibly stressful time for investors. With the continually developing situation surrounding the coronavirus, you should expect more volatility in the weeks to come. So much of what is going on is outside of your control. To help prevent the virus from …
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IndividualsFinancial Planning » Webinar: Important Tax, Savings, & Benefit Updates For 2020
February 06, 2020 | Financial Planning
Every new year brings changes to tax laws, Social Security benefits, healthcare, and more. Some of this important information can be difficult to locate or understand which can make creating a comprehensive plan challenging. Additionally, the passage of the SECURE Act at the …
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Financial Planning » 5 Tips for Saving Money and Paying Off Debt in 2020
January 27, 2020 | Financial Planning
We are almost at the end of January, a time when our New Year’s resolutions may begin to falter. If one of your resolutions is to start saving more money, or to pay down debt (or even both!), the tips below may help you get back on track and regain the momentum to accomplish your resolutions. …
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Financial Planning » 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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IndividualsFinancial Planning » Webinar: 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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IndividualsFinancial Planning » Financing 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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Financial Planning » 3 Ways to Effectively Use Grandparent-Owned 529 Plans
March 20, 2019 | Financial Planning
Spring can be a busy time of year, especially for families with high-school seniors ready to take the next step to college. In addition to thinking about college acceptance letters, parents (and grandparents) should be thinking about how a 529 account can help pay for college when your child or …
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IndividualsFinancial Planning » Ready, Set, Go! Financial Resolutions for 2019
January 28, 2019 | Financial Planning
It’s a new year and there’s no better time to think about resolutions to get on track to meet your financial goals for 2019 and beyond. So let’s jump in with these six financial resolutions: Understand your net worth. To help get your financial situation in order, understand your net worth …
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