As a parent, teaching your children about finances and instilling financial responsibility is essential. It sets them up for success early in life by fostering responsible money habits. The best...
Should I pay off my mortgage early?
A home mortgage is one of the most substantial debts that individuals carry. It can be tempting to pay off your mortgage early if you have the funds available, which can lead many individuals to...
What is the difference between revocable and irrevocable trusts?
In the past, we have written Q&As on how to set up your assets to pass efficiently to your heirs as well as on probate avoidance. Choosing whether to transfer any of your assets into trusts is...
What are the annual contribution limits for 529 Plans and what is superfunding?
It’s no secret that the cost of education is on the rise. The key to preparing for this large but important expense, is to develop a savings strategy early on. 529 College Savings Plans are...
What financially related steps do I need to take after my wedding?
Wedding season is approaching quickly. With the stress of planning a wedding, it is easy to overlook certain steps that affect your taxes and finances in general. We have compiled a list of steps to...
How can I help my children start investing?
As a parent, you want to help guide your children towards a path of success. Teaching them about compound interest and the importance of investing early in life will help guide them down the right...
What steps should you take if you’re concerned about cognitive impairment for a loved one?
Cognitive impairment is a growing reality as we age and can be difficult to either experience firsthand or watch a loved one suffer from, even if they only have mild cognitive impairment. Unfortunately, according to the Alzheimer’s Association website, approximately 12-18% of people age 60 or older are living with mild cognitive impairment, and more than 6 million Americans are affected by Alzheimer’s. Any form of cognitive impairment can put you or your loved one at risk for a financial mishap and undo years of careful planning.
What are 529 College Savings Plans and their tax advantages?
As college costs continue to rise (the estimated cost per each year of college at a 4-year public university for today’s newborns is over $50,000 per the College Board, College Cost Calculator), it is important to evaluate different opportunities to save for college and invest sooner than later.
Wealth Management Q&As
Wealth Management is more than investment management. It considers the larger picture. While your investments are critical to your success throughout retirement, it is also important to understand how your taxes, finanical plan, estate, and insurance can affect both your overall situation. Do you know when you should begin collecting social security to maximize its benefit? Have you followed the necessary steps to help your assets pass efficiently to your heirs, avoiding probate? If 529 plans are applicable to you, have you considered 529 plan superfunding or how to maximize 529 plan tax advantages? Our wealth management Q&As consist of popular topics among our clients and are not limited to investment management.