Feb 18, 2021 | Financial Planning, Investing
What role does fixed income play in your portfolio? How do we squeeze return out of bonds in today’s ultra-low interest rate environment? We have often discussed or written about the topic of the premium that equity investors may receive over time in...
Feb 4, 2021 | Financial Planning, Taxes
After a year of so much uncertainty and isolation for many, we can vow to focus on our physical health and our mental health as we head into 2021. Having a good financial plan in place will help you create peace around the issue of money and that can translate...
Jan 21, 2021 | Financial Planning, Interesting Links
Do you start a new year with the initial thought of “what do I need to accomplish and/or what do I want my life to look like in the next 12 months”? January seems to be a turning point for many as we head into a new year and it is not too late to reflect on our goals...
Jan 7, 2021 | Financial Planning, Interesting Links
In the November Election, California Proposition 19 was voted on and approved. The Proposition goes into effect on February 16, 2021 and will change the rules for some tax assessment transfers after this deadline. From the perspective of the taxpayer, there is...
Jan 7, 2021 | Financial Planning, Interesting Links, Questions & Answers
1. Make it a New Year’s resolution to check IRA beneficiary forms and employer plan beneficiary forms. If you got married, had a birth/adoption or a death in the family in 2020, these forms may need to be updated. What better way to start the new year than with a new...
Dec 17, 2020 | Financial Planning, Interesting Links, Investor Behavior
This time of the year often brings nostalgia as I prepare for holiday celebrations with family and friends and reminisce about events over the past year. It also gets me thinking forward to my goals and aspirations for the new year. Feeling nostalgic and celebratory...
Dec 3, 2020 | Financial Planning, Taxes
As we are quickly approaching the end of the year, I find myself reflecting on the many things I am thankful for. Family, friends, health, and the ability to do meaningful work for wonderful clients to help them create peace around the issue of money are top of mind....
Nov 19, 2020 | Financial Planning
It’s hard to believe that 2020 is almost over. Normally we get a little nostalgic this time of year as we reflect on what has transpired so far. Not this year! We couldn’t be more excited to close the books on 2020 and get a fresh start in 2021. Hopefully, there is a...
Nov 5, 2020 | Economy & Markets, Financial Planning, Investing
As I write this, a winner in the 2020 U.S. Presidential election has not been declared and a bitterly contentious, hard-fought battle for the Oval Office ensues. But one thing we know for certain is that the U.S. stock market is bigger than any one person or one...
Oct 15, 2020 | Financial Planning, Questions & Answers
Football, pumpkins, crisp morning air and shorter days are all a sign of a new season. Fall is my favorite time of year and, although it may feel a bit different because of our current world health crisis, I’m going to do my best to enjoy as much of this season...
Oct 1, 2020 | Economy & Markets
What is driving the returns in the stock market this year? There seems to be a disconnect between the economy and the stock market. These are concerns I hear frequently. You may be wondering why the annual return of a globally diversified portfolio...
Oct 1, 2020 | Economy & Markets, Investing
Right now, the election is top of mind for everyone. The 2020 U.S. Presidential Election has the potential to affect different aspects of financial planning including Social Security, income tax policy and the financial markets. Since it is impossible to predict who...
Sep 17, 2020 | Financial Planning, Taxes
Congratulations! You made it to retirement, but saving money in different types of investment accounts is only half of the battle. The other half is how do you get your hard-earned assets back to you in a tax efficient manner? There are a number of retirement...
