Financial Planning

Exploring The Difference Between an Investment and an Expense

In theory, the definitions of an investment or an expense are quite clear-cut. An expense, or cost, is simply the dispensing of time, money, or resources. An investment, while an expenditure, comes with the expectation of a return.[1][2] While the two ultimately have the same goal –to acquire a good or service—their intentions and outcomes [...]

By |2023-07-11T19:01:53-04:00April 10th, 2023|Financial Planning|

Navigating Retirement as a High-Net-Worth Individual

For high-net-worth individuals and families, retirement is a significant shift. A high-net-worth individual, also known as an HNWI, is typically someone with at least $1 million in cash or assets that can be easily converted into cash, including stocks, bonds, mutual fund shares, and other investments.[1] As an HNWI, you may not be too worried [...]

By |2023-07-11T19:03:04-04:00April 3rd, 2023|Financial Planning, Retirement Income, Retirement Planning|

Don’t Underestimate the Importance of Your Mindset Toward Your Finances

The concept of retirement planning is simple. Despite changes in the economy or in life itself, the concept of planning your retirement has remained unchanged. We work, save, retire, and repeat for generations over. But while the concept may be the same, the puzzle has begun to evolve. In other words, individuals and families currently [...]

By |2023-07-11T19:05:04-04:00February 20th, 2023|Financial Planning, Psychology|

Protecting and Passing Down Your Financial Legacy

When it comes to passing on your wealth to your family, it is important to know the best ways to manage the process. An estimated 90% of wealthy families lose their wealth by the third generation, so if you are planning on leaving behind assets to your family, knowing the unique risks to the affluent [...]

By |2023-02-13T00:31:08-05:00February 13th, 2023|Estate Planning, Financial Planning|

Don’t Forget the Tried-and-True Value of Compounding Interest

If you forgot what compounding interest was, let’s refresh. Compounding interest is the process by which the interest earned on an investment is reinvested so that the initial investment grows over time. It may not seem like it, but compounding returns is a powerful tool that can significantly increase the value of an investment over [...]

By |2023-01-30T00:21:41-05:00January 30th, 2023|Financial Planning, Investment Strategies|

Why You Should Consider Helping with Your Family’s College Expenses

Often people focus on the direct employment benefits of a college education. They want their children and grandchildren to go to college so they can get better jobs. They want their children and grandchildren to learn the exact skills they will need so they can get that job. But a college education provides so much [...]

By |2023-07-11T19:09:43-04:00January 20th, 2023|Financial Planning|

Be the Financial Compass for Future Generations

Building towards retirement, you have made many financial decisions. Perhaps you maxed out your credit card on clothes in your early 20s or chose the wrong payment plan for your car loan or home mortgage. Regardless, you’ve navigated many financial obstacles and gained wisdom that can now be passed on to your kids and grandchildren. [...]

By |2023-07-11T19:09:47-04:00January 17th, 2023|Financial Planning|

3 Factors to Know for Rising Interest Rate Conditions

The 2022 economy has broken multiple records, first, with the highest inflation rate in 40 years, and now, the highest federal reserve interest rates since 2008.[1] In efforts to curb raging inflation, the US Federal Reserve has raised interest rates six times in 2022, reaching a target of 3.75% in November.[2] This rise in the [...]

By |2023-07-11T19:13:11-04:00December 12th, 2022|Economy, Federal Reserve, Financial Planning|

What You Need to Know about Index Funds and Mutual Funds

On their surfaces, index funds and mutual funds may seem interchangeable. Both offer diversification of assets and are commonly invested in a basket of stocks that aim to meet a certain investment goal. However, there are many key distinctions that separate an index fund from a mutual fund – distinctions that may be crucial to [...]

By |2023-07-11T19:21:25-04:00December 5th, 2022|Financial Planning, Investment Strategies|
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