Learning From the Past This past Thanksgiving brought up a few memories from my past, candy, and tax breaks. One of my favorite memories is of a candy recipe my grandmother used to make over the holiday. One of my least favorite memories is of a surprise tax bill. I want to … [Read more...] about Candy & Tax Breaks
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Retirement Is More Than Money
Where is the love? I went to a luncheon last week that made me start thinking about something that I want to tell you about. So here it is. Retirement is more than money; so much more. And what brought me to this realization? From time to time, I get together with a group … [Read more...] about Retirement Is More Than Money
Internet Advice- Good, Bad & Ugly
Internet advice is one of those things that we all are guilty of reading, the good, bad and ugly. I'll admit I read too much internet medical advice. And I'm dismayed by the level of internet investment advice, especially with the 60/40 allocation strategy. Last week I went in … [Read more...] about Internet Advice- Good, Bad & Ugly
Understanding the Tax Torpedo
I’ll have to admit that sometimes I miss the subtleties of conversations. Like this past weekend, I was washing my Tahoe, and my neighbor had a power outage. The repairman walked by me and said, “are you trying to make it rain?” I guess I was engrossed in some … [Read more...] about Understanding the Tax Torpedo
10 Things to Know About Bear Markets
Are you ready for what's coming? We don't go through actual bear markets that often, so the more you know about bear markets, the better you will be able to make informed investment decisions. After all, the overwhelming chaos in the world investment markets makes even the … [Read more...] about 10 Things to Know About Bear Markets
A Buy-Sell Agreement Adventure
A fictional finance story for business owners to learn about buy-sell agreements. Stan and Leigh are owners of Fabulous Adventure Comics, LLC, the largest comic book store in Texas. And that's really big! Stan and Leigh have been 50/50 business partners for a long time. Plus, … [Read more...] about A Buy-Sell Agreement Adventure
How to Fight Inflation in Retirement
A Users Guide to the Easiest Retirement Budget Worksheet If you are retired or nearing retirement, learning to fight inflation in retirement might be the best way to avoid running out of money. This article will help you identify where price increases affect you the most and … [Read more...] about How to Fight Inflation in Retirement
Does Asset Allocation Still Work in 2022?
If you are like a lot of other people, you probably began your investment journey when your employer offered you a retirement plan. More than likely, your employer-provided some basic information about how to divide up your retirement plan contributions. That is asset … [Read more...] about Does Asset Allocation Still Work in 2022?
Do You Unknowingly Own Russian Stocks? WHAT NOW?
Are you one of those investors who unknowingly own Russian stocks? Let me help you find out. Many Russian stocks have gone from high prices to penny stocks in a matter of days. In contrast, some stocks stand to benefit from the Ukraine Russia War. But how do you know and what … [Read more...] about Do You Unknowingly Own Russian Stocks? WHAT NOW?
Five Common Financial Planning Complaints
The most common financial planning complaints are not about the financial planning process. The most common financial planning complaints are criticisms about the business and the advisors. When I interview a new client from another financial services company, I always ask, "what … [Read more...] about Five Common Financial Planning Complaints