Your 70s can bring major financial and lifestyle shifts. Changes in life priorities, income, health care needs, and taxes will be important to address, whether you’re still working, retired, or somewhere in between. With people living longer and financial and retirement rules continuing to evolve, staying engaged and updating your financial plan...
Romantic candle lighting, a bouquet of flowers, and… talking about your 401k? Okay, so maybe talking about money and financial planning with your significant other isn’t part of your ideal date night. As a couple, do you ask each other money questions or discuss your finances?
Imagine the unexpected. Perhaps your home is swept away in a flood, or you are noticing the first signs of memory loss, or maybe Mom is suddenly in the hospital and Dad is overcome by fear of losing his lifetime partner. On such days when emotions are running high, knowing you have a collaborative team of financial professionals who know you, your...
Surprisingly, dealing with sudden wealth can become a nightmare. Learn the five steps you can take immediately to successfully manage the financial and emotional crises that can come with sudden wealth. People come into financial windfalls in a number of ways: Lottery Sale of Business Stock options Inheritance
You leave your financial advisor’s office with a nagging doubt. They’re the one with the credentials, of course. But something’s not right. Should you get a second financial opinion? Yes, say those who have done so, and don’t think twice. A fresh perspective can make all the difference for your financial health and confidence. Here are a few good...
Are you a woman in transition? If you’re facing a big life change — as a successful owner or manager of a rapidly growing business, someone with a recent inheritance, or perhaps recently widowed, divorced, engaged, married, or dealing with illness — then you’re a woman in transition, and you have special financial needs.
This month we were joined by Robyn Young, Certified Daily Money Manager®, a professional who collaborates to help with bill paying and more. Robyn is the founder and owner of Money Care, LLC. She is also currently Vice President of the American Association of Daily Money Managers (AADMM) and is a member of the Vermont Elder Resource Group.
This month's Lakeside Chat topic was about "Aging in Place". When a senior or older adult chooses to live at home rather than move into an assisted living or skilled nursing facility, it's known as "aging in place". It's a decision that is gaining popularity and is a question that often comes up for folks as they plan their retirement.
This month we will be discussing the importance of having an estate plan; our host will be Attorney Adam Bartsch. He will be talking to us about the importance of having a plan in the event you become incapacitated or die.
The year 2021 is fast coming to an end, but there is still time to make smart moves to maximize your savings and minimize your tax bill next spring. While your situation at this point in time will vary from your neighbor’s or colleagues', here are three year-end tax strategies that can help you no matter what your life stage or current situation.
