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Doing Nothing Can Be Better Than Doing Something
The constant barrage of financial news, market commentary, and investment advice can overwhelm individuals and lead to irrational behavior.
The Hidden Fees of Investing & How They're Eroding Your Returns
Are you aware of ALL the fees you’re paying on your portfolio? Over time, even small fees can cannibalize the return of your portfolio.
5 Considerations to Make When Planning for Aging Parents
Planning for aging parents can be an incredibly difficult topic to approach. Not only because it includes financial aspects, but it can also be a sensitive subject to acknowledge that you or your parents are getting older.
The Impending Debt Ceiling Crisis: Consequences, Risks, & Political Gamesmanship
If the debt ceiling is not increased, it can have significant consequences for the economy and the financial stability of the United States.
Tax Deductions vs. Tax Credits: Understanding the Difference and Maximizing Your Savings
Understanding the difference between a tax deduction and a tax credit can make a significant difference in how much you owe or get refunded.
Exchange Funds: Diversify Without Triggering Capital Gains Taxes
Are you tired of the risk in your concentrated stock position, but hesitant to diversify because of capital gains taxes? Enter the Exchange Fund.
Lesser of Two Evils: Cost of Taxes vs Cost of Interest
If you're looking to finance a major purchase, you're likely weighing the options of either borrowing money or dipping into your savings. But what exactly are the costs associated with each choice?
5 Steps to Running a Family Finance Meeting
When it comes to managing family finances, communication is key. A scheduled, straightforward family finance meeting can help everyone in the household get on the same page when it comes to spending, saving, and planning for the future.
Your Guide to ETF Investing: Strategies, Taxes, and More
Exchange Traded Funds, more commonly known as ETFs, are one of the most frequently traded types of securities in the market.
Gas Prices Now and Then
Absent in the news is how gas prices have slowly come down since the summer of 2022. The biggest culprit is the lack of demand coming out of China due to their Covid lockdown policies.
Your Cheat Sheet to Google's Stock Vesting Schedule
Google employees often find that they are met with generous compensation packages. Google Stock Units (or GSUs) are often a large part of your compensation package, which is great, but let’s unpack how these work and how they are taxed.
Predictions Sure to Be Wrong and How to Reduce the Impacts
Here are some of the most discussed predictions for 2023, none of which have yet to become reality.
Secure Act 2.0: What You Need to Know
President Biden signed the omnibus bill into law on December 23rd, 2022. The massive $1.7 trillion spending package funds the government until September, avoiding a government shutdown.
Why Everyone Needs an Umbrella Policy
Your financial plan should not only focus on accumulating assets, but also on protecting current and future wealth. Umbrella coverage is insurance on your current and future financial plan by protecting your net worth.
3 Estate Planning Documents Everyone Should Have
Do you have these 3 necessary documents in your estate plan? Learn how to account for each area in your estate plan and ensure your loved ones are taken care of with these tips and considerations.
3-Step Financial Planning Strategy for Tech Professionals
No matter who you are or which tech company you work for, everything about your financial situation will be unique based on you, your goals, and even your family. In other words, "one-size-fits-all" advice just won't work for tech professionals – especially when Amazon, Google, and other tech giants have unique compensation plans compared to other industries.
Top 4 Ways to Improve your Retirement Score
There are many forms of THE question. What’s my retirement number? Can I retire based on what I’m doing? How much money to do I need in the bank? How long do I have to work? Retirement is not the end-all, be-all for financial planning, but these are the types of questions we hear from clients who are new to the practice of financial planning.
The Moment We No Longer Talk Inflation
The market will have already rallied by the time inflation is tamed because of the market’s forward-looking nature. On the minds of investors will be a possible recession or the next big thing. There’s always something on the horizon.
Bear Market Rally or Bottom?
October and November were great performance months so far in 2022. Is it sustainable or more of a relief rally? No one knows but based on data, it looks like a possible trend.
Will This Year Make Us Better Investors?
We can’t assume market movements are tied to the narrative of the moment. There’s a lot of noise trying to find answers to the volatility. Let’s reflect on 2022.
Update to the Update on Series I Bonds
Dropping from a 9.62% interest rate, Series I Bonds have been reset to 6.89%. Bondholders are getting a lower rate because inflation growth is slowing.