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The Gift of a Financial Plan

I have completed dozens of financial plans that were gifts - the person paying for the financial plan was different from the person going through the process and receiving the financial plan. Here is what to expect if you are interested in giving (or receiving) a financial plan this year.

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Ask Your Parents - "What's your estate plan?"

Many people have ‘something’ with regard to estate planning, but often what they have is not complete, not updated, or not sufficient. Children can play an important role by helping their parents get their affairs in order. Given that this could potentially be a tough conversation, here are some questions to get you started.

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In-Kind RMD Strategy [video]

For people who don’t need the money yet, such as those who inherited an IRA subject to RMDs but are still working, you can transfer shares equivalent to the RMD amount to a Brokerage account. That allows you to satisfy the RMD but keep the money invested. Let's go through this strategy.

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6 Estate Planning Mistakes to Fix Now

Estate Planning is something we all need to do regardless of net worth or personal situation. Your loved ones bear the burden of your mistakes - whether that is high probate fees, delays in receiving their inheritance, or hurt feelings that can destroy relationships. Here are the most common mistakes and how to avoid them.

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A Newlywed's Guide to Updating Insurance

Don’t wait too long after the honeymoon to dive into your finances as a married couple. Getting married is a “qualifying event”, giving you a rare 30-60 day window to change your insurance elections outside the annual enrollment period. Here is how to start reviewing your policies together as a newly married couple.

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