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7 Reasons to Stop DIY Retirement Planning and Hire a Financial Advisor

DIY retirement planning is popular...And dangerous! Retirement planning is about more than working hard and growing a solid nest egg. Getting retirement "right" is more than investments - you need…

Deena WatsonDecember 12, 2022

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20 Myths About Working With a Financial Advisor

There are a lot of myths about working with a financial advisor. Maybe you have heard a few: "I don't need one" "They're for the wealthy" "There are lots of…

Deena WatsonJanuary 4, 2023

Inheritance, Will, Trust, Beneficiary, Heirs

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5 Steps to Managing an Inheritance for High-Net-Worth Individuals

Receiving an inheritance brings with it a wide range of emotions—grief for the loved one you lost and eagerness or excitement for the sum you’re about to receive. But as…

Deena WatsonOctober 13, 2023

Estate Planning Income Investments Taxes Wealth

Own Company Stock – Should You Take Advantage of a Net Unrealized Appreciation (NUA) Strategy?

Many companies offer employer-issued stock as a benefit, in addition to other compensation and benefits. But what happens if you leave a job that offered you employer-issued stock or if…

Deena WatsonJuly 3, 2023

Investments Taxes

The Advantage of a Net Unrealized Appreciation (NUA) Strategy?

Let's look at what NUA is, how NUA rules work, and some of the potential benefits of an NUA tax strategy. Many companies offer employer-issued stock as a benefit, in…

Deena WatsonJanuary 5, 2024

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What the Inflation Act Means For You?

What the Inflation Act Means For You? The Inflation Reduction Act was signed into law on Tuesday, August 16, 2022. While the $430 billion package includes many provisions, this article…

Deena WatsonAugust 30, 2022

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Active vs. Passive Investing: Understand the Difference

For investors, whether working with an advisor or taking a DIY approach, it’s important to understand the fundamental differences between two common practices - active and passive investing. What Is…

Deena WatsonApril 6, 2023

Investments Taxes Wealth

Preparing for the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Sunset at the End of 2025

Prepare for possible tax cuts and the Jobs Act Sunset While we haven’t yet said goodbye to 2023, it’s not too early to begin thinking about any tax changes that…

Deena WatsonNovember 30, 2023

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What Is Systemic Risk?

We all remember the 2008 financial crisis and recession, as millions of people lost their jobs, homes, and ways of life. While a lot of factors contributed to this economic…

Deena WatsonApril 6, 2023

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Income Investments Risk Taxes Wealth

Risk Management: Asset Allocation

RISK MANAGEMENT: ASSET ALLOCATION Whether your retirement is years away or right around the corner, your investment portfolio should be designed with your financial goals in mind. It needs to…

Deena WatsonMay 9, 2022

Investments