Early in my career as a financial advisor, clients would often ask me:“What number do I need to retire?” They believed that hitting a certain financial milestone was the key to freedom. And for a long time, I believed it too. Iâd run the calculations, project the returns, and set
Why Converting Your Home into a Rental May Be a Bad Idea: Many homeowners, when moving out of their primary residence, consider turning it into a rental property instead of selling it. On the surface, this may seem like a great idea, especially in high-appreciation markets. However, there are several
As a business owner, you’ve worked hard to build your wealth. When it’s time to plan for the future, one question many of my clients ask is: “Can I charge my estate planning fees to my business?” It’s a smart question. After all, why not have your business cover these
I love golf. But every day for the rest of my life? No chance. Thousands of people fall into the same trap when they retire: they assume that more leisure, more golf, more travel, more relaxation, is the key to a happy retirement. But after working with hundreds of retirees,
When it comes to investing, avoiding costly mistakes is essential for building long-term financial security and achieving your financial goals. Investment errors can not only erode wealth but also set you back years in your financial journey. Here are some common pitfalls to avoid. Lacking a clear financial plan It
Starting in 2025, retirement savers in their early 60s will have an exciting new opportunity to boost their savings. Thanks to the Secure Act 2.0, individuals aged 60 to 63 will be eligible for increased catch-up contributionsâwhatâs now being called the âsuperâ catch-up contribution. This change aims to help older
As an advisor with over a decade of experience, there is one mistake that I have seen happen over and over again, and that in my mind is an easy remedy â having an Exit Plan. One of the most crucial steps in this journey is the development and implementation
If you are nearing retirement, odds are you have thought a lot about how to get the most out of Social Security. You may have even thought about you or your spouse taking Social Security Benefits earlier than your Full Retirement Age (FRA). Below are some thoughts on how that
PAYING YOUR KIDS AS A BUSINESS OWNER Paying your children may be one of the most underutilized tax strategies of small businesses owners. Yes, you can hire your children to work for you, and youâre able to pay them a legitimate wage. There are multiple planning opportunities that become available
In an engaging piece by David Booth, the founder and chair of Dimensional Fund Advisors, a critical question is raised – can artificial intelligence (AI) help pick stocks? With the advent of technology capable of processing vast amounts of data, many might be inclined to say yes. However, Booth offers