7 Economic Myths Busted
By Ryan Detrick, Chief Market Strategist We’ve been hearing many of the same myths over and over, yet we don’t think they are the big worry that the media and many make them out to be. These are legitimate concerns and have many investors worried, but we think the chances of them becoming l …
Which Type of Life Insurance is Right for Me?
With so many different types of life insurance, finding the most suitable policy takes careful consideration. We’ll help you find the best possible solution, but before you meet with an advisor, having a basic understanding of the different types of life insurance can help.
How to Get Your Finances Back on Track After a “Gray Divorce”
By Scott Berryman, JD First there was Al and Tipper Gore. Then Bill and Melinda Gates. Divorce after the age of 50 is no longer so rare. From 1990 to 2010, the divorce rate for people over 50 doubled. It’s leveled off somewhat, but continues to rise for people over 65. Longer life exp …
Financial Planning: It’s About Time
Nicholas Gertsema, Chief Executive Officer/Wealth Advisor Picture this: it was my son’s 15th birthday, and I wanted to do something special, something that would truly resonate with him. And what better way to do that than with music? My son had caught a bit of my country music bug, a …
Update Your Plans After Divorce
Watch our webinar, “Update Your Plans After Divorce” with Manager & Senior Wealth Planner Tom Fridrich and Director, Trust Services Scott Berryman, now available on-demand.
6 Tips to Winning with Credit Cards
By Scott Keegan, Chief Operating Officer/Associate Wealth Advisor I recently talked to a couple that was trying to work their way out of some credit card debt. They described how they had many different cards with certain cards to earn rewards for certain types of purchases (gas, hotels, gr …
Planning Your “DASH”
I’m currently reading a book called “Live Your Dash: Make Every Moment Matter” by Linda Ellis. The book begins with her poem that hooked me right away. This poem below appears here with the author’s permission.
Divorce Planning
There’s no question divorce is one of the most stressful and emotionally- charged experiences people may encounter in their adult lives. However, it is possible to get through a divorce with your self-esteem, finances and future intact. The key is careful and deliberate planning. Download G …
Blended Family Finances: What to Consider When Getting Remarried
By Tom Fridrich, JD, CLU, ChFC®, Senior Wealth Planner Blended families, composed of couples who bring children from previous relationships together, have become increasingly common in today’s society. While blending families brings joy and new opportunities, it also can create comple …
Should You Wait Out the Storm?
By Jaymon Meikle, CFP®, Wealth Advisor On every conference room table, we have the picture below.
Tax Planning Strategies for Executive Compensation
By Mike Valenti, CPA, CFP®, Director, Tax Planning Corporate executives often receive the brunt of the U.S. tax system. Typically, most or all of their income is W-2 income and subject to the higher ordinary tax rates as well as FICA taxes. W-2 employees currently are unable to deduct home …
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2024 Calendar: Key Tasks & Financial Dates
Tackle 2024 with this month-by-month financial task list. We’ve also included important dates so you won’t miss key deadlines.